Harapi’s story is one of heartbreak, survival, and hope. He was only a tiny, vulnerable infant when his life was torn apart. His mother, the one who should have protected and guided him for years, was cruelly taken from him—killed by poachers or traffickers who saw her as nothing more than an obstacle. Left alone, confused, and defenseless, Harapi was taken from the wild and kept illegally as a pet, a fate that so many young primates tragically suffer.
At just eight weeks old, he was far too young to be separated from his mother. In the wild, primates like Harapi stay close to their mothers for years, learning essential survival skills, social behaviors, and even emotional bonds that shape their entire lives. But for Harapi, all of that was stolen in an instant. The love and security he was meant to have growing up were ripped away, replaced with fear, isolation, and the unnatural conditions of captivity. He belonged in the lush forests, clinging to his mother’s side, not in a cage or a small room, far from everything he needed to thrive.
Thankfully, Harapi was rescued before it was too late. But rescue is only the first step in a long journey. Young primates who lose their mothers face a difficult road to recovery. They need specialized care, proper nutrition, medical attention, and—most importantly—the opportunity to learn the behaviors they would have picked up from their mothers in the wild. Without this, their chances of survival and reintegration into their natural habitat are slim.
This is where you come in.
For the price of just a couple of coffees each month, you can make a real, lasting difference in Harapi’s life. Your support can help provide the food, medical care, and enrichment he needs to grow and develop in a safe environment. It can help fund the rehabilitation programs that teach rescued primates essential skills, preparing them for the possibility of release back into the wild or ensuring they have a safe and enriched life in sanctuaries designed to mimic their natural habitats.
Rehabilitation is a long and delicate process. It’s not just about feeding and sheltering Harapi—it’s about giving him a second chance at a life as close to the one he was meant to have as possible. This includes interactions with other primates so he can form social bonds, learn communication skills, and build confidence in a way that captivity never allowed. It means access to large, natural enclosures where he can climb, play, and explore—developing both physically and mentally.
But this kind of care doesn’t come easily. Rescue centers and sanctuaries rely on donations to continue their work. Every meal Harapi eats, every veterinary check-up he receives, every toy or structure that enriches his world—it’s all made possible by the generosity of people like you. Without this support, his future would be uncertain.
If you’re unable to donate, there are still ways to help. Spreading Harapi’s story, raising awareness about the illegal wildlife trade, and educating others about the importance of conservation can make a huge impact. Many people don’t realize the suffering that comes from keeping wild animals as pets. They don’t see the trauma these animals endure when ripped from their families or the long-term consequences of removing them from their natural environment. By sharing Harapi’s story, you’re helping to change that.
Harapi’s life was forever altered the day he lost his mother. But with your help, his future doesn’t have to be defined by that loss. Together, we can ensure he gets the love, care, and support he needs to grow, heal, and hopefully, one day, live the life he was meant to have.
Please, if you can, contribute to Harapi’s future today. If you can’t, encourage others to do so. Every action, no matter how small, can help give him—and others like him—a second chance. ❤️
