GRAY-SHANKED DOUC LANGUR
Pygathrix cinerea
DESCRIPTION
Gray-Shanked Douc Langur (Pygathrix cinerea) is a striking primate known for its vibrant coloration, featuring a mix of gray, white, and orange hues. This species is arboreal, spending most of its time in the trees of tropical forests, where it exhibits a social structure that often includes small groups. They are known for their acrobatic movements and vocalizations, which play a crucial role in their social interactions and communication.
FUN FACTS
- Gray-Shanked Douc Langurs are known for their unique social behaviors, including complex vocalizations that can convey different messages to group members
- Additionally, they play a vital role in their ecosystem by helping to disperse seeds through their fruit-based diet, contributing to forest regeneration
QUICK INFO
Lifespan15-20 years in the wild, up to 30 in captivity
Average Weight6-10 kg
Average Length50-70 cm
Diet TypeHerbivore
Social StructureThey live in small groups, typically consisting of a few females and one dominant male.
Activity PatternDiurnal
Breeding SeasonYear-round, with peaks during the rainy season
- Habitat
- Gray-Shanked Douc Langurs inhabit tropical rainforests, often in areas with dense foliage that provides ample food and shelter. They are typically found in hilly or mountainous regions, where they can navigate the canopy with ease.
- Biomes
- Tropical Rainforest
- Native Range
- This species is native to the central highlands of Vietnam and parts of Laos.
- Continent
- Asia
- Countries
- Vietnam, Laos
- Diet
- They primarily consume leaves, fruits, and flowers, with a preference for young leaves due to their higher nutritional value.
- Diet Type
- Herbivore
- Favorite Food
- young leaves, fruits
- Social Structure
- They live in small groups, typically consisting of a few females and one dominant male.
- Activity Pattern
- Diurnal
- Group Size
- 5-15
- Territorial
- 1
6-10 kg
Weight
50-70 cm
Length
- Coloration
- They have a distinctive gray body with a white face and orange-red shanks.
- Sexual Dimorphism
- Males are generally larger than females and have more pronounced coloration.
- Lifespan
- 15-20 years in the wild, up to 30 in captivity
- Gestation Period
- 165 days
- Offspring per Birth
- 1
- Sexual Maturity
- 3-4 years
- Breeding Season
- Year-round, with peaks during the rainy season
EN
Endangered
IUCN Red List Status
- Population Status
- The population is currently declining due to habitat loss and hunting.
- Wild Population Estimate
- Less than 2,500 individuals
- Population Trend
- Decreasing
- Endangered
- 1
- Threats
- The main threats to Gray-Shanked Douc Langurs include habitat destruction due to logging and agricultural expansion, as well as hunting for bushmeat and the illegal pet trade.
- Predators
- Main predators include large birds of prey and possibly snakes, although specific predator relationships are not well-documented.
- Defense Mechanisms
- They rely on their agility and ability to escape into the treetops to avoid predators.
- Found in Zoos
- Uncommon