British scientist and conservationist Dame Dame Jane Goodall has teamed up with Cruelty Free International to speak out against the Mauritius monkey trade.

Goodall commented 'I am shocked and saddened to learn about the capture and breeding of the long tailed macaque of Mauritius, and the export of their young for research. I appeal to people to contact the Mauritius Tourism Ministry and urge it to take steps to end this cruel, inhumane trade - not only for the monkeys but also the many people of Mauritius who benefit from eco-tourism'.