Sussex-based charity helps release rare primate into the wild

Albino Slow Loris' first moments as it's released into the wild Credit: International Animal Rescue

  • Watch footage of the Albino Slow Loris' release below

An extremely rare albino Sumatran slow loris has been released back into its natural habitat in Indonesia, thanks to a Sussex-based charity.

International Animal Rescue found the primate had been caught from the wild and kept as a pet in Lampung, Sumatra.

Since being rescued on 31 August, the slow loris had been given expert treatment to restore it to full health.

In addition, its activities, behaviour and feeding had been observed to ensure it was now in good condition and ready to live freely in its natural habitat.

The loris will be monitored post-release to ensure he is fully equipped to survive in the wild.

It was fitted with a radio collar around its neck which emits a signal to help the team locate released lorises.