Northern White-cheeked Gibbon (Nomascus leucogenys) — Critically Endangered Mammalia

Northern White-cheeked Gibbon

Nomascus leucogenys

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Primates · Hylobatidae

About

The northern white-cheeked gibbon is a Critically Endangered species of gibbon native to South East Asia.

Fun Fact

However, up to 10% of their diet may be composed of insects and other small animals.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Primary evergreen subtropical forest between 200 and 1

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

28 years (wild)

Threats

  • Habitat Destruction
  • Pollution
  • Invasive Species
  • Over-Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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