#trachypithecus

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East Javan Langur

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A dusky leaf monkey (Trachypithecus obscurus) sits in a tree in Kaeng Krachan National Park, Thailand

by Eric Zhou

[pangeen]

" Selangor Silvered Langor (Trachypithecus selangorensis) "

//© Tharma Seelan Silivam

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all kidns of strange and wonderful beafts in the world. how do we even know them all. wh

That’s the beauty of it: we don’t know them all! We’re constantly discovering new species! Granted, some of these discoveries weren’t completely unknown to science and were only misidentified as a different animal, but they’re still pretty cool nonetheless. Here are some mammals that were discovered in the past few years:

The Popa langur (Trachypithecus popa), first described in 2020.

The northern greater glider (Petauroides minor) and the central greater glider (Petauroides armillatus), upgraded from subspecies of the southern greater glider (Petauroides volans), to their own species in 2020.

The Ramari’s beaked whale (Mesoplodon eueu), described from a single beached specimen in 2021!

The striking Halloween colored Nimba myotis bat (Myotis nimbaensis), described in 2021.

The southern maned sloth (Bradypus crinitus), first described in 2022.

The Benin tree hyrax (Dendrohyrax interfluvialis), first described in 2022.

The eastern Mindanao gymnure (Podogymnura intermedia) and the Kitanglad gymnure (podogymnura minima), first described this year, in January 2023.

And the Talpa hakkariensis mole, described just last month in August 2023!

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The dusky leaf monkey (Trachypithecus obscurus),

also known as the spectacled langur or the spectacled leaf monkey, is a species of primate in the family Cercopithecidae. It is found in Peninsular Malaysia, Myanmar and Thailand, and can occasionally be found in Singapore. During the day, these small, folivorous primates divide in sub-groups and forage for vegetation and fruit throughout the tropical forests. According to the IUCN, the dusky leaf monkey's population is declining due to habitat loss, poaching, and anthropogenic land use, which prompted the IUCN to classify the species as endangered in 2015. -Wikipedia

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Dusky Leaf Monkey (Trachypithecus obscurus) in Ban Don Sai, Changwat Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand

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🦍The primate tournament list of candidates has been finalised! Polls will start going up soon!🦧

Thank you to everyone who submitted a species! Here is the full written list:

Basal primates (non-simian primates, including Strepsirrhini and Tarsiiformes)

†Notharctus (Notharctus tenebrosus)

Calabar angwantibo (Arctocebus calabarensis)

West African potto (Perodicticus potto)

Red slender loris (Loris tardigradus)

Bengal slow loris (Nycticebus bengalensis)

Pygmy slow loris (Xanthonycticebus pygmaeus)

Senegal bushbaby (Galago senegalensis)

Brown greater galago (Otolemur crassicaudatus)

Ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta)

Verreaux’s sifaka (Propithecus verreauxi)

†Archaeoindris (Archaeoindris fontoynontii)

†Megaladapis (Megaladapis madagascariensis)

Madame berthe’s mouse lemur (Microcebus berthae)

Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis)

Philippine tarsier (Carlito syrichta)

Pygmy tarsier (Tarsius pumilus)

New world monkeys (Platyrrhini)

Wied’s marmoset (Callithrix kuhlii)

Goeldi’s marmoset (Callimico goeldii)

Bearded emperor tamarin (Saguinus imperator subgrisescens)

Golden-headed lion tamarin (Leontopithecus chrysomelas)

Panamanian white-faced capuchin (Cebus imitator)

Central American squirrel monkey (Saimiri oerstedii)

Gray-bellied night monkey (Aotus lemurinus)

Bald uakari (Cacajao calvus)

Madidi titi monkey (Plecturocebus aureipalatii)

Atlantic titi monkey (Callicebus personatus)

Black bearded saki (Chiropotes satanas)

White-faced saki (Pithecia pithecia)

Colombian red howler (Alouatta seniculus)

Brown spider monkey (Ateles hybridus)

Northern muriqui (Brachyteles hypoxanthus)

Yellow-tailed woolly monkey (Lagothrix flavicauda)

Old world monkeys (Cercopithecidae)

Mantled guereza (Colobus guereza)

Zanzibar red colobus (Piliocolobus kirkii)

Nepal gray langur (Semnopithecus schistaceus)

Silvery lutung (Trachypithecus cristatux)

Golden snub-nosed monkey (Rhinopithecus roxellana)

Proboscis monkey (Nasalis larvatus)

Red-shanked douc (Pygathrix nemaeus)

Collared mangabey (Cercocebus torquatus)

Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata)

Rhesus macaque (Macaca mulatta)

Hamadryas baboon (Papio hamadryas)

Mandrill (Mandrillus sphinx)

Gelada (Theropithecus gelada)

Common patas monkey (Erythrocebus patas)

Bale mountains vervet (Chlorocebus djamdjamensis)

De brazza’s monkey (Cercopithecus neglectus)

Apes (Hominoidea)

Lar gibbon (Hylobates lar)

Pileated gibbon (Hylobates pileatus)

Kloss’s gibbon (Hylobates klossii)

Northern white-cheeked gibbon (Nomascus leucogenys)

Siamang (symphalangus syndactylus)

†Junzi (Junzi imperialis)

Bornean orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus)

†Gigantopithecus (Gigantopithecus blacki)

†Dryopithecus (Dryopithecus fontani)

Western lowland gorilla (Gorilla gorilla gorilla)

Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes)

Bonobo (Pan paniscus)

†Australopithecus (Australopithecus afarensis)

†Panranthropus (Panranthropus boisei)

†Flores hobbit (Homo floresiensis)

†Neanderthal (Homo neanderthalensis)

The first set of polls will go up as soon as I have finished writing the descriptions! In the meantime, I would appreciate if you could share this tournament around- it won’t be much of a tournament if there aren’t that many people voting! In going down the research rabbit hole I’ve found so many interesting species and stories, and I promise learning about them here will be worth your time!

[markhors-menagerie]

Silvery lutung (Trachypithecus cristatux)

This arboreal monkey is found in wetland forests, including mangroves, coasts, rivers, and swamps, across several Indonesian islands. They are far more specialised for eating plants than most primates, with ridged teeth and a multi-chambered stomach. Juvenile silvery lutungs are bright orange, a stark contrast to their adult grey colour.

[lulu-nightbon]

I DONE DID IT I GOT A MONKEY OC NOW

Lǐ Tiān Shí (Lǐ = surname, meaning plum; Tiān Shí = heavenly eclipse, or at least that's what i plugged into google translate)

aka Obscura

she's a Dusky Leaf Monkey (Trachypithecus Obscurus is the species as a whole, she is specifically Trachypithecus Obscurus Obscurus)! adults are normally around 2' tall, and she's a baby, so she's likely not even 1' tall (im gonna go with her height being 9")

baby dusky leaf monkeys are also orange, as shown here!

obv this makes her look similar to swk, so she hangs out around him a lot, like a mini-sun!

backstory and clothes to come im cold and crawling in bed and too excited to save the post abd come back later

@alienembers i did it! i made a baby!

[bbumtravel]

The most beautiful place in Vietnam

Hạ Long Bay, located in northeastern Vietnam, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most iconic natural landscapes in Southeast Asia. Here is a comprehensive introduction to Hạ Long Bay:

Location and Geography: Hạ Long Bay is situated in Quảng Ninh Province, approximately 170 kilometers (105 miles) east of Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. It spans an area of around 1,553 square kilometers (600 square miles) and includes over 1,600 limestone islands and islets of various sizes and shapes. These formations rise dramatically from the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, creating a breathtaking seascape.

Geological Formation: The bay's unique landscape is the result of millions of years of geological processes, including tectonic activity, erosion, and subsidence. The limestone karsts and islands in Hạ Long Bay are remnants of ancient mountains that formed during the Paleozoic era and have been sculpted over time by wind and water.

Cultural Significance: Beyond its natural beauty, Hạ Long Bay holds cultural significance as well. It has been inhabited by local communities for centuries, who have developed fishing villages and maritime traditions that are integral to the bay's heritage. Some islands in the bay also feature caves and grottoes adorned with stalactites and stalagmites, which were historically used as shelter by ancient peoples.

Biodiversity: Hạ Long Bay is home to a diverse range of ecosystems, including tropical evergreen forests, mangrove forests, and freshwater swamps. Its waters support a rich marine life with over 200 species of fish and 450 different types of mollusks. The bay is also a habitat for several endangered species, including the Cat Ba langur (Trachypithecus poliocephalus), a primate species endemic to the region.

Tourism and Activities: Hạ Long Bay is a major tourist destination in Vietnam, attracting millions of visitors each year. Popular activities include:

Cruises: Tourists can take overnight cruises or day trips on traditional wooden junks or luxury boats to explore the bay and its islands. These cruises often include visits to caves, kayaking excursions, and swimming in secluded lagoons.

Island Exploration: Some of the notable islands and islets in Hạ Long Bay include Ti Top Island, Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), and Bai Tu Long Bay. Each island offers unique landscapes and opportunities for hiking, swimming, and photography.

Cultural Experiences: Visitors can interact with local communities at floating fishing villages, such as Cua Van and Vung Vieng, to learn about their daily life and traditional fishing techniques.

Conservation Efforts: Preserving the ecological integrity of Hạ Long Bay is a priority for Vietnamese authorities and conservation organizations. Efforts focus on sustainable tourism practices, waste management, and protecting vulnerable species and habitats. In recent years, measures have been implemented to limit the environmental impact of tourism activities while promoting responsible travel.

Accessibility: Hạ Long Bay is easily accessible from Hanoi, with travel options including road transport and organized tours departing from the capital. Most tours depart from Hạ Long City or nearby Tuan Chau Island, where visitors can embark on boat trips into the bay.

In summary, Hạ Long Bay is not only a natural marvel with its towering limestone karsts and emerald waters but also a cultural and ecological treasure that offers visitors a glimpse into Vietnam's rich history and biodiversity. It remains a must-visit destination for travelers seeking awe-inspiring landscapes and memorable experiences in Southeast Asia.

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Golden Langur Trachypithecus geei — Palm Oil Detectives | Barbara Crane Navarro

The regal, striking looking Golden Langur is also known by the common names Gee’s Golden Langur. They are the most endangered primate species in India and are considered to be sacred to many Himalayan peoples. They are classified as endangered from #palmoil, #meat and #timber #deforestation. Help them every time you shop and be #vegan, #Boycottpalmoil and #Boycott4Wildlife Golden Langur…

[birdblues]

Gee's Golden Langur

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A silvery lutung (Trachypithecus cristatus) in Sabah, Borneo

by Gary Faulkner

[hk2int]

Dusty leaf monkey, Trachypithecus obscurus. Probably shouldn’t be kept as pets, as they’re endangered and prone to die in captivity… but this one seemed really happy and trusting.

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TURISIAN.com – Kalau Sobat Turisian berkesempatan berkunjung ke Kabupaten Tanah Laut, Kalimantan Selatan, wajib coba naik ke Gunung Birah. Para pehobi mendaki gunung pasti senang datang ke sini. Dari atas puncaknya, kalian bisa berkemah sambil menanti momen sunset dan menikmati panorama alam yang memukau. Gunung tersebut terletak di Desa Kandangan Lama, Kecamatan Panyipatan, Kabupaten Tanah Laut, Kalimantan Selatan (Kalsel). Luas kawasannya mencapai 1.589,02 ha dengan puncak tertingginya berada di ketinggian 275 mdpl. Kontur Gunung Birah memiliki bentuk lahan bermacam-macam. Mulai dari lereng yang curam dan area perbukitan dengan pola-pola bekas abrasi air dan angin. Objek wisata pegunungan ini populer sebagai tempat camping atau untuk sekadar berkunjung melihat momen matahari terbenam. Cocok juga buat spot healing melepas rasa penat dari rutinitas. Jamin pikiran Sobat Turisian akan fresh kembali. Tak hanya itu, Gunung Birah pun kerap menjadi tempat kegiatan kirab bendera pada peringatan Hari Kemerdekaan Indonesia dan Festival Bukit Birah. Juga pernah menjadi lokasi dari kegiatan World Clean Day pada 2020 silam. Acara tersebut menghasilkan 1,1 ton sampah yang berhasil peserta bersihkan. Baca juga: Gunung Kayangan Tanah Laut Sajikan Pemandangan yang Memanjakan Mata Selain sebagai destinasi wisata alam, gunung ini pun menjadi saksi bisu peristiwa sejarah yang berkaitan dengan perjuangan penduduk melawan penjajah. Di mana tempat ini menjadi lokasi keluar masuk warga. Keragaman Flora dan Fauna di Gunung Birah Ketika berkunjung ke sini Sobat Turisian akan menemukan keragaman flora dan fauna di sekitar area gunung dengan dominasi Sengon dan Birik. Ada pula Bunga Bangkai Amorphophallus titanum, Aren Arenga pinnata, Bambu Tamiang Schizotachyum blunei Ness. Kamudian ada Bulan Nanduk Diosphycos marcophylura, Gamal Gliricidia sepium, Gungkuang Pachyrhizus erosus, Halaban Vitex pinnata, Jelutung Dyera costulata, Jengkol Archidendron pauciflorum. Ketapang Terminalia catappa, Kujajing Ficus fistulosa Reinw, Loa Ficus racemosa, Mampan bini Cratoxylon arborescen. Serta Nangka Arthocarpus integra, Rotan Ampar Tikar Calamus finlaysonia, dan Singkuang Dracontomelon dao. Sementara untuk aneka fauna yang terdapat di Gunung Birah, yaitu satwa liar seperti Burung Binti Ciconia stormi, Burung Bubut Centropus sinensis. Ada juga Burung Cuit Dicaeum throchiluem, Burung Elang Accipitridae, Burung Hantu Strigiformes, Burung Kutau-kutau Maeronus gularis. Burung Punai Treron vernans, Burung Walet Apodidae, Hirangan Trachypithecus, Rusa Carvidae, Tupai Tupaia javanica, dan Warik Macaca sp. Akses ke Gunung Birah Jarak Gunung Birah dari Bandara Syamsudin Noor, Banjarbaru sekira 88 km dan dapat Sobat Turisian tempuh dengan mobil atau motor selama 2 jam perjalanan. Kondisi jalan sudah beraspal mulus dan area parkirnya cukup memadai plus loket tiket masuk. Baca juga: Hamparan Hijau Savana Bukit Rimpi Tanah Laut yang Memukau, Serasa di Daratan Eropa Setelah melewati gerbang selamat datang, Sobat Turisian mesti melanjutkan perjalanan naik traktor tangan selama 10 menit. Lalu teruskan dengan berjalan kaki selama 1,5 jam menuju puncak.*

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Found an endanged species

Purple-Faced Langur (Semnopithecus Vetulus)

The purple-faced langur (Semnopithecus vetulus also known as the purple-faced leaf monkey, is a species of Old World monkey that is endemic to Sri Lanka. The animal is a long-tailed arboreal species, identified by a mostly brown appearance, dark face (with paler lower face) and a very shy nature. The species was once highly prevalent, found in suburban Colombo and the “wet zone” villages areas with high temperatures and high humidity throughout the year, whilst rain deluges occur during the monsoon seasons but rapid urbanization has led to a significant decrease in the population level of the monkeys. Known as kalu Wadura in Sinhala. It had traditionally been classified within the lutung genus Trachypithecus but was moved to the genus Semnopithecus based on DNA evidence indicating that is it more closely related to the gray langurs.