Black Crested Gibbon

Nomascus concolor

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Primates · Hylobatidae

About

The black crested gibbon is a critically endangered species of gibbon found in China, Laos, and northern Vietnam, with four subspecies.

Fun Fact

Black crested gibbons are born golden-blonde; both sexes turn black as juveniles, but females then turn back to golden as adults — making colour a reliable indicator of sex and age.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Tropical and subtropical forests

Diet

Frugivore

Lifespan

25-30 years

Threats

Small Population Size
Habitat Fragmentation
Poaching
Deforestation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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