Police Rescue Endangered Howler Monkey in San Pedro Sula

Published on Honduras Daily · Jul 3, 2026 · Originally reported July 2, 2026 by La Prensa

Police rescued an endangered howler monkey left in a backpack by two suspects who fled a patrol in San Pedro Sula, and handed the animal over to the National Forestry Institute for care.

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Also reported by: TuNota (Canal 5 / TSI), Radio HRN, Policía Nacional de Honduras

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