Tara
- Species:
Cotton-Top Tamarins (Saguinus oedipus)
- Gender: Female
- Birthday: June 17, 1995
- Arrival: March 2, 2006
- Background: Breeder
- Health Issues: Geriatric
- Character: Sedate
Tara is a former breeder monkey who was turned over to Jungle Friends when the breeder died. Known only by a number, she had spent her life in a tiny, dirty cage in a dark room having her babies stolen from her to be sold into the exotic pet trade. This beautiful old lady was given the name Tara after a dear friend and major contributor to the sanctuary died; whose name was Tara Allen. Luckily for Tara and her companion, Jungle Friends gave them a new life! Tara now enjoys a lush, sun-filled outdoor habitat. Although Tara is not very active due to her old age, she still enjoys catching bugs, running through the runways and basking in the sunshine.
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