Semnopithecus entellus
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Semnopithecus entellus
Semnopithecus entellus
The Hanuman langur is a playful monkey with long arms and a beautiful gray coat. They love to swing through trees and are often seen in groups, making them fun to watch!
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Semnopithecus entellus has a light gray to brownish-gray fur coat, a distinctive dark black face, and prominent brows. Its long, slender tail is often held in a graceful arch, typically longer than its body.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPrimatesFamilyCercopithecidaeGenusSemnopithecus
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Hanuman langurs are considered sacred animals in some parts of India!
These monkeys often share babysitting duties, called 'alloparenting,' within their groups!
They spend much of their day resting and digesting their leafy meals.
Young langurs are born with dark brown fur that lightens to gray as they grow.
Special abilities
Ability
Super Stomach Power
Semnopithecus entellus has a multi-chambered stomach that helps them digest tough leaves, allowing them to eat plants others can't.
Ability
Tree Acrobats
Semnopithecus entellus can leap impressive distances between branches because their strong leg muscles and long tail help them balance mid-air.
Ability
Clever Communicators
Semnopithecus entellus can use varied alarm calls to warn others about different predators, helping the whole group stay safe.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 45-75 cm
- Weight
- 8-20 kg
- Lifespan
- 18-25 years
- Top Speed
- 35 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1
- Gestation
- 190-210 days
Diet & Feeding
Mostly eats leaves, but also enjoys fruits, flowers, buds, and even some insects.
Primary Foods
- Leaves
- Fruits
- Flowers
- Buds
- Bark
- Insects
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
hunts
Leopard
Panthera pardus
A major predator, leopards ambush langurs in their forest habitats.
hunts
Golden Jackal
Canis aureus
Jackals prey on smaller or young langurs, especially on the ground.
eaten by
Peepal tree
Ficus religiosa
Langurs frequently forage on the leaves and fruits of this sacred fig tree.
eaten by
Babul tree
Acacia nilotica
Provides leaves, pods, and flowers, which are important parts of their diet.
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.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Tool Use
This trait describes organisms that manipulate external objects to achieve a specific goal.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
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
Gray langurHanuman langur
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Always watch monkeys from a distance and never try to feed them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Semnopithecus entellus?
45-75 cm
How much does Semnopithecus entellus weigh?
8-20 kg
How long does Semnopithecus entellus live?
18-25 years
How fast can Semnopithecus entellus move?
35 km/h
What does Semnopithecus entellus eat?
Mostly eats leaves, but also enjoys fruits, flowers, buds, and even some insects.
Where is Semnopithecus entellus usually found?
Forests
How does Semnopithecus entellus hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does Semnopithecus entellus usually have?
1
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