Edinburgh Zoo has named two newborn monkeys after Taylor Swift ahead of the singer’s three sold-out shows in the capital.
The tiny cotton-top tamarins, which are extremely endangered, were born on June 4 to first-time mum Elf and dad Zecca.
In celebration of Swift bringing her Eras tour to Murrayfield this weekend, the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland decided to name the babies after the star.
One of the tamarins will be named Taylor while its sibling will be called Swift.
Lorna Hughes, primate team leader at Edinburgh Zoo, said: “It is incredibly exciting to welcome our newborn cotton-top tamarin twins, Taylor and Swift.
“Unfortunately, the species is one of the most endangered primates in the world due to extensive habitat loss, so this birth is really special.
“Both parents will take turns caring for the youngsters, carrying them on their back for the first few months of their lives before they become more independent at around five months old.”
Edinburgh Zoo said it is offering Taylor Swift The Eras Tour attendees 25% off zoo admission tickets from Friday until Sunday. More information is available at edinburghzoo.org.uk/taylor-swift
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