Discover the Lesula (Cercopithecus lomamiensis), a recently identified species of Old World monkey native to the rainforests of the Congo Basin. With its striking human-like facial features, unique coloration, and crucial role in seed dispersal, the Lesula is essential for understanding the biodiversity of central Africa's ecosystems. Explore the challenges it faces from habitat destruction and hunting as conservation efforts strive to protect this remarkable primate.
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Eastern Bettong
Discover the intriguing world of the Eastern Bettong, a small, nocturnal marsupial native to Tasmania, known for its crucial ecological role as an "ecosystem engineer." With its distinctive grey-brown fur and prehensile tail, this adorable creature thrives in open woodlands, where it forages for fungi and seeds, supporting soil health and plant diversity. As a Near Threatened species, learn about the conservation efforts underway to protect this remarkable animal and its habitat.