Who’s hiding in the treetops? A closer look at arboreal wildlife that live in the forest canopy

High above the forest floor exists a hidden world that is home to some of the planet’s most fascinating wildlife. From monkeys and sloths to birds and porcupines, the forest canopy is teeming with life uniquely adapted to living in the treetops. In this episode of World Wildlife Fund’s Wildlife Café series, Alexander Nicolas and Tremaine Gregory uncover the secrets of arboreal ecosystems, how tree-dwelling animals navigate life in the canopy, and wild stories of what it takes to venture into this world and connect the treetop to protect these species.

  • Date: June 11, 2025
  • Author: World Wildlife Fund