Golden Langur

The Golden Langur is a unique species of monkey native to a small region of India and Bhutan. It is known for its beautiful, golden-colored coat.

The Golden Langur is a highly social animal that lives in large groups. It is a herbivore that feeds on a variety of leaves, fruits, and flowers.

The Golden Langur is an endangered species, with its numbers declining due to habitat loss and human conflict.

Golden Langur

Golden Langur

Classification

Mammalia > Primates > Cercopithecidae > Trachypithecus > T. geei

Native To

Conservation Status

Average Height

2 - 2.5 feet
(0.6 - 0.8 m)

Average Weight

15 - 25 lbs
(6.8 - 11.3 kg)

Average Life Span

20 years

Gestation Period

180 - 200 days

Diet

Herbivore (leaves, fruits)

Social Structure

Troop

Biomes
(And Habitats)

Did You Know?

The Golden Langur is a primate found in a small region of Assam, India, and Bhutan.

They are known for their striking golden to creamy-white fur.

Golden Langurs are arboreal, meaning they spend most of their lives in trees.

Their diet primarily consists of leaves, fruits, flowers, and seeds.

Sadly, the Golden Langur is an endangered species, facing threats from habitat loss and fragmentation.

They live in groups, typically led by an adult male.

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