Shaldon Wildlife Trust in Devon is celebrating the rare birth of quadruplets of red-ruffed lemurs, a species that is critically endangered and found only in a small area of northeastern Madagascar. The quadruplets were born on May 4 to mother Eka and father Nero, marking a significant achievement as such births occur in fewer than 6% of cases worldwide. Zak Showell, the director of the trust, emphasized the importance of this event as a testament to the dedicated care provided by the team. Eka, who has had four sets of offspring, is being closely monitored and supported with additional food to ensure her energy levels remain high. The babies are already showing signs of activity and development at just one month old. Showell noted that while the father and two older siblings are present, Eka is being particularly protective of the newborns. The quadruplets will stay at the zoo for several years to learn from their parents before potentially being moved to other zoos for further breeding. In addition to the breeding program, the trust supports conservation efforts in the wild through its partnership with the Lemur Conservation Association.