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He had transplanted 2 groups of semi- free- ranging howlers [[underlined]] (A. caraya) [[/underlined]] from his home in Southern France. Also translocated 2 groups w/in Brazil, all unto B.N.P

Shipped 17 howlers to Brazil.

First release a problem because he tried to keep the animals in one place.  [[male symbol]] get nervous, lose confidence, & tend to disperse.

Whole group tried to move. He held them back.

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He supplemented with food for about a month, biggest problem was animals eating toxic leaves, something wh/ doesn't occur in France. (Temperate leaves require fewer defenses than tropical ones that have numerous toxins).

Lost total of 5/17 released semi- free- ranging howlers.

Started out using radiotelemetry; Then gave up & spots them from plane.

Thinks releasing them in Brasilia NP wasn't the best idea, but RAMitt. suggested it.