Burmese Snub-nosed Monkey

Rhinopithecus strykeri

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Primates · Cercopithecidae

About

The Myanmar snub-nosed monkey or Burmese snub-nosed monkey or black snub-nosed monkey is a critically endangered species of colobine monkey described in 2010 in northern Myanmar. It was formally described as a novel species of primate in 2011 based on its fur, beard and tail. Two groups of the species were described in China in 2011 and 2015, respectively.

Fun Fact

Its unique appearance, behaviour and vulnerability make it outstanding and not only in novelty, but also in conservation issues.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Consume more than 170 plant species and fungal foods, 15 species of lichens.

Lifespan

To be updated

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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