Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon
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Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon
nomascus leucogenys
The Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon is a playful primate known for its acrobatic swings through the trees! With its striking white cheeks, this gibbon is not just cute but also sings beautiful songs to communicate with its friends.
Habitat: Tropical and subtropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
Appearance
The Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon is a slender ape with very long arms. Males are predominantly black with striking white patches on their cheeks. Females, however, have buff-colored fur and a distinct black cap on their head, making them easily distinguishable.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPrimatesFamilyHylobatidaeGenusNomascus
Category
MammalsRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Each morning, family groups perform a loud, harmonized 'duet' of calls!
Gibbons sleep sitting upright, often on a sturdy branch high in the canopy!
Their long arms are twice the length of their body, perfect for swinging!
They rarely touch the ground, spending nearly their entire lives high in the trees!
Special abilities
Ability
Arboreal Acrobat
Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon can swing rapidly through trees because of their incredibly long arms, allowing for swift movement.
Ability
Forest Singer
Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon has powerful, melodic calls that help them communicate across long distances and defend their territory.
Ability
Canopy Grappler
Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon has hook-like hands that help them grip branches securely while navigating the highest treetops.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 45-64 cm
- Weight
- 5-8 kg
- Lifespan
- 25-30 years
- Top Speed
- 35 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1
- Gestation
- 200-210 days
Diet & Feeding
They mainly munch on ripe fruits, but also enjoy young leaves and the occasional insect.
Primary Foods
- Ripe Fruits
- Young Leaves
- Fig leaves
- Flower Buds
- Small insects
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eats
Cluster Fig
Ficus racemosa
A primary food source
eats
Indian Chestnut
Castanopsis indica
Eats fruits and leaves
eaten by
Steppe Eagle
Aquila nipalensis
May prey on juveniles
eaten by
Clouded Leopard
Neofelis nebulosa
Potential arboreal predator
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
Also known as
Black-Handed GibbonNomascus GibbonNorthern GibbonWhite-Cheeked Gibbon
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Safety
Danger
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon?
45-64 cm
How much does Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon weigh?
5-8 kg
How long does Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon live?
25-30 years
How fast can Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon move?
35 km/h
What does Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon eat?
They mainly munch on ripe fruits, but also enjoy young leaves and the occasional insect.
Where is Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon usually found?
Tropical and subtropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.
How does Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does Northern White-Cheeked Gibbon usually have?
1
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