Coal Valley, IL - May 16, 2014 - Niabi Zoo has announced the name for theirfemale baby black and white Colobus monkey which was born on December 12th, 2013.
After hosting a naming contest for the month of April, the name Keeya emerged as the winner. Keeya was originally suggested as a finalist choice by one of Niabi Zoo's zookeepers. Keeya is an African name which means "resembling a flower."
Three finalist names were chosen by zoo staff, and then voted on by zoo guests with their pocket change. The name which collected the greatest dollar amount was declared the winner.
The other two finalist name choices and their meanings were Mapenzi (one who is dearly loved) and Hazina (one who is treasured). Mapenzi finished in second place and Hazina came in third place.
