Welcome to the Primate Society of Great Britain (PSGB)
Founded in 1967, the Primate Society of Great Britain (PSGB) is the UK's national primatological society, promoting research into all aspects of primate biology, conservation and management.
The PSGB is dedicated to equality, diversity and inclusion, with a subcommittee focused on embeding EDI into the existing activities of the Society and developing new initiatives to promote and encourage EDI moving forward.
We have an active and thriving membership base that is open to anyone, regardless of education level, career stage, primatological discipline or institution. Join us today.
"Primates are a uniquely fascinating group of animals, providing us with clues about the evolution of human behaviour, social complexity and behavioural flexibility. The study and conservation of primates is therefore crucial, and the Primate Society of Great Britain is committed to working with scientists, students and the public to achieve these aims. Please do consider joining our society as a member, and help us address the threats many primate species face around the world.”
- Professor Bridget Waller, PSGB President
Latest News
Applications are now open for our 2025 Field Skills Workshop!
Applications are now open for our 2025 Field Skills Workshop, hosted at London Zoo (a ZSL Zoo). This workshop aims to provide access and training in primatological field skills, specifically for those who would face economic, time, or other constraints to accessing similar opportunities. For more information about eligibility and how to apply, check our the PSGB Field Skills Workshop Page.
PSGB statement on the BBC monkey torture investigation.
The PSGB was shocked and saddened to read the article published by the BBC about their investigation into monkey torture rings. We wholeheartedly condemn the cruel acts and call for swift action against those involved. Read our full statement here.
PSGB Meetings
Thank you to everyone that joined us this year in Bristol for the annual PSGB meeting. If you have any feedback or thoughts on how the meeting went, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Or if you are thinking about hosting a meeting, send an email to see what is required to [email protected].
To keep updated on our PSGB events, head to our meetings page here.
Our 2025 Conservation Cause
The Mountain Marmoset Conservation Program (MMCP, Brazil) has been selected as our 2025 Conservation cause! Please join us in supporting this fantastic organisation working to conserve two endemic and endangered marmoset species, in the highly-threatened Atlantic rainforest of Brazil (a habitat which also hosts a range of other primate species). Learn more here.
PSGB statement on primates as pets.
The Primate Society of Great Britain is fundamentally opposed to the keeping of primates as pets, and fully supports the banning of this practice.
We recognise at the same time that appropriate measures need to be put in place for the protection, rescue and rehabilitation of the individual animals currently held as pets.
You can read our full statement here.
Brand new online store!
We are delighted to announce the launch of our new online merchandise store which you can view here. We now offer a range of clothing and totes, in a variety of sizes and styles, available to buy. You can now proudly wear PSGB themed merch! We thank you in advance for checking out our store. More designs are to come!
