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  • Guizhou Snub-nosed Monkey

    Guizhou Snub-nosed Monkey

    Discover the enchanting Guizhou Snub-nosed Monkey, an endangered primate exclusive to China’s Fanjingshan National Nature Reserve. With its distinctive snub nose and vibrant silver-gray fur, this highly social species plays a vital ecological role while facing imminent threats from habitat loss. Join us as we delve into their fascinating behaviors, adaptations, and the crucial conservation…

  • Red-shanked Douc

    Red-shanked Douc

    Discover the enchanting world of the Red-shanked Douc (Pygathrix nemaeus), a vividly colored primate known for its striking appearance and complex social structures. This critically endangered species, often called the “costumed ape,” plays a vital role in Southeast Asia’s ecosystems while facing severe threats from habitat loss and hunting. Learn about its unique characteristics, social…

  • Black Sumatran Langur

    Black Sumatran Langur

    Discover the intriguing Black Sumatran Langur (Presbytis melalophos), a striking arboreal primate native to Sumatra, characterized by its striking black fur and agile movements. A vital contributor to forest ecosystems, these endangered monkeys are known for their complex social structures, rich vocalizations, and role in seed dispersal, making their conservation essential for maintaining biodiversity. Join…

  • Robinson's Banded Langur

    Robinson’s Banded Langur

    Discover the enchanting Robinson’s Banded Langur (*Presbytis robinsoni*), a striking primate native to Southeast Asia’s lush tropical forests. With their distinctive banded fur, complex social structures, and vital ecological role as seed dispersers, these Near Threatened creatures highlight the rich biodiversity of their habitat and underscore the urgent need for conservation efforts. Explore the behaviors…

  • Maroon Langur

    Maroon Langur

    Discover the captivating Maroon Langur (Presbytis rubicunda), a striking primate native to Borneo’s lush rainforests. Known for its beautiful maroon fur and social behavior, this species plays a vital ecological role as a folivore and seed disperser, while facing significant threats from habitat destruction and hunting. Explore the fascinating adaptations, behaviors, and conservation efforts aimed…

  • East Sumatran Banded Langur

    East Sumatran Banded Langur

    Discover the fascinating East Sumatran Banded Langur, a striking primate known for its black-and-white banded appearance and vital role in rainforest ecosystems. These highly social creatures, residing in East Sumatra’s lush canopies, contribute to forest health through seed dispersal. However, they face growing threats from habitat loss and hunting, underscoring the urgent need for conservation…

  • Ashy Red Colobus

    Ashy Red Colobus

    Discover the Ashy Red Colobus (Piliocolobus tephrosceles), an enchanting primate native to the forests of East Africa. With their striking ashy-grey and red fur, these highly social monkeys play a vital role in their ecosystem through their unique feeding habits and intricate social structures. However, their survival is threatened by habitat destruction and poaching, making…

  • Tshuapa Red Colobus

    Tshuapa Red Colobus

    Discover the Tshuapa Red Colobus, a striking primate native to the dense rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo. With their vibrant reddish-brown fur and complex social structures, these elusive monkeys play a vital role in their ecosystem. Unfortunately, they face significant threats from habitat loss and hunting, making conservation efforts crucial for their survival…

  • Toque Macaque

    Toque Macaque

    Discover the intriguing world of the Toque Macaque (Macaca sinica), a small primate endemic to Sri Lanka, recognized for its distinctive toque-shaped crown of hair and complex social structures. These highly social monkeys thrive in diverse habitats, from tropical rainforests to human-modified areas, playing a vital role in seed dispersal and exhibiting remarkable behavioral adaptability.…

  • Southern Pig-tailed Macaque

    Southern Pig-tailed Macaque

    Discover the Southern Pig-tailed Macaque (Macaca nemestrina), a medium-sized primate native to Southeast Asia, known for its distinctive short tail and complex social behaviors. These intelligent creatures thrive in diverse habitats, playing crucial ecological roles as seed dispersers and pest controllers, while facing threats from habitat loss and hunting. Learn more about their unique characteristics,…

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  • Cyrtodactylus gubaot
    Cyrtodactylus gubaot

    Discover the Cyrtodactylus gubaot, also known as the Gubaot Gecko, a vulnerable species found in the limestone karsts of the Philippines. This nocturnal insectivore sports a distinctive coloration for camouflage, thriving in tropical forests and playing a crucial role in regulating local insect populations.

  • Cyrtodactylus guakanthanensis
    Cyrtodactylus guakanthanensis

    Cyrtodactylus guakanthanensis is a slender gecko native to the tropical humid forests of Southeast Asia, known for its agile climbing abilities and distinctive coloration that offers effective camouflage. This nocturnal insectivore plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger animals.

  • Cyrtodactylus grismeri
    Cyrtodactylus grismeri

    Discover the Cyrtodactylus grismeri, also known as Grismer’s bent-toed gecko, a small (up to 10 cm) nocturnal gecko native to the lush, humid forests of Southeast Asia. With its unique brown and gray camouflage, agile climbing abilities, and role in controlling insect populations, this vulnerable species is a vital part of its ecosystem.

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