RED-SHANKED DOUC
Pygathrix nemaeus
DESCRIPTION
The Red-Shanked Douc is a colorful primate known for its striking appearance, featuring a mix of red, white, and black fur. It is a tree-dwelling species native to the forests of Southeast Asia.
FUN FACTS
- Red-Shanked Doucs are known for their acrobatic skills in trees | They have a unique vocalization system for communication | Their striking appearance makes them a popular attraction in zoos
QUICK INFO
Lifespan15-20 years in the wild, up to 30 in captivity
Average Weight8-10 kg
Average Length50-70 cm
Diet TypeHerbivore
Social Structuregroup — they live in small to medium-sized groups, typically consisting of 5-15 individuals.
Activity PatternDiurnal
Breeding SeasonYear-round, with peaks depending on local conditions
- Habitat
- Red-Shanked Doucs inhabit tropical and subtropical forests, often found in the canopy layer. They prefer areas with abundant foliage for foraging and nesting.
- Biomes
- Tropical Rainforest
- Native Range
- They are native to Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
- Continent
- Asia
- Countries
- Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia
- Diet
- This species primarily feeds on leaves, fruits, and flowers. They have a specialized digestive system that allows them to process fibrous plant material.
- Diet Type
- Herbivore
- Favorite Food
- leaves, fruits, flowers
- Social Structure
- group — they live in small to medium-sized groups, typically consisting of 5-15 individuals.
- Activity Pattern
- Diurnal
- Group Size
- 5-15
- Territorial
- 1
VU
LC
8-10 kg
Weight
50-70 cm
Length
- Coloration
- They have a distinctive coloration with a red-orange patch on their thighs and a black face with white markings.
- Sexual Dimorphism
- Males are generally larger than females.
- 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 depending on local conditions
EN
Endangered
IUCN Red List Status
- Population Status
- The population is currently declining due to habitat loss and hunting.
- Wild Population Estimate
- 10,000-20,000
- Population Trend
- Decreasing
- Endangered
- 1
- Threats
- Main threats include habitat destruction due to logging and agriculture, as well as hunting for bushmeat and the pet trade.
- Predators
- Large birds of prey and snakes
- Defense Mechanisms
- They use vocalizations and agility to escape predators.
- Found in Zoos
- Uncommon