Audubon Zoo Welcomes Baby Mandrill

It’s a boy! Audubon Zoo is excited to announce the arrival of a baby mandrill to first time parents – Lucy and Obi.

The little one arrived October 30, 2026. Both mom and baby are doing well. Their care team says the baby is clinging tightly to mom and he is strong, healthy, and has been nursing well from the very beginning.

Although she’s a first-time mom, 14-year-old Lucy has natural maternal instincts. She is attentive to him and keeps him close all the time.  Dad Obi stays nearby and keeps a watchful eye on both mom and baby. The rest of the mandrill troop is respectful and curious about the new little one.

You may catch a glimpse of the new family as Lucy chooses to spend time on exhibit, though she and her baby will continue to have access to their indoor habitat too.  

The new arrival hasn’t yet been named.