SPECTACLED LANGUR
Trachypithecus obscurus
DESCRIPTION
The Spectacled Langur, also known as the Dusky Langur, is a species of primate found in Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its distinctive facial markings and long limbs, which aid in its arboreal lifestyle.
FUN FACTS
- Spectacled Langurs are known for their acrobatic skills in the trees | They have a unique social structure that allows for complex interactions | Their distinctive facial markings give them their common name
QUICK INFO
Lifespan15-20 years in the wild, up to 30 in captivity
Average Weight5-10 kg
Average Length50-70 cm
Diet TypeHerbivore
Social StructureThey typically live in small groups or troops, which can consist of a few individuals to larger family units.
Activity PatternDiurnal
Breeding SeasonYear-round, with peaks depending on local conditions
- Habitat
- They inhabit tropical rainforests and secondary forests, often found in areas with dense tree cover. These langurs are highly adapted to life in the trees.
- Biomes
- Tropical Rainforest
- Native Range
- They are native to the Malay Peninsula, particularly in Malaysia and southern Thailand.
- Continent
- Asia
- Countries
- Malaysia, Thailand
- Diet
- Spectacled Langurs primarily consume leaves, fruits, and flowers. Their diet is largely folivorous, but they also enjoy a variety of plant materials.
- Diet Type
- Herbivore
- Favorite Food
- leaves, fruits, flowers
- Social Structure
- They typically live in small groups or troops, which can consist of a few individuals to larger family units.
- Activity Pattern
- Diurnal
- Group Size
- 5-15
- Territorial
- 0
VU
LC
5-10 kg
Weight
50-70 cm
Length
- Coloration
- They have a dark brown to black fur with distinctive white markings around the eyes.
- Sexual Dimorphism
- Males are generally larger than females.
- Lifespan
- 15-20 years in the wild, up to 30 in captivity
- Gestation Period
- approximately 6 months
- 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
- unknown
- Population Trend
- Decreasing
- Endangered
- 1
- Threats
- Main threats include deforestation and hunting for bushmeat and the pet trade. Habitat destruction is a significant concern for their survival.
- Predators
- Large birds of prey and snakes
- Defense Mechanisms
- They rely on their agility and ability to escape into the treetops to avoid predators.
- Found in Zoos
- Uncommon