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Siamang

Symphalangus syndactylus

The Siamang is a fun-loving gibbon that swings through the trees with its long arms. They are known for their loud calls that can be heard far away in the forest!

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Siamang is a large, all-black ape with very long, powerful arms. It has no tail and is easily identified by its prominent greyish-pink throat sac, which inflates like a balloon when it vocalizes.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPrimatesFamilyHylobatidaeGenusSymphalangus
Siamang
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Siamang

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

Siamangs are the largest species in the gibbon family.

Siamangs have partially webbed fingers and toes, a rare trait for primates!

Their loud calls create a "boom" sound that travels over two miles!

These apes sing amazing morning duets, lasting up to 30 minutes!

Special abilities

Ability

Forest Acrobat

Siamang can swing effortlessly through trees using their incredibly long arms, allowing them to travel fast and find food.

Ability

Master Gripper

Siamang has partially webbed fingers and toes that help them grip branches more securely while navigating the canopy.

Measurements & details

Length
75-90 cm
Weight
10-14 kg
Lifespan
25-40 years
Top Speed
25 km/h
Litter Size
1
Gestation
210-240 days

Diet & Feeding

Siamangs mostly munch on juicy fruits and fresh leaves high up in the trees.

Primary Foods

  • Fruits
  • Leaves
  • Flowers
  • Insects

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eaten by

Clouded Leopard

Neofelis nebulosa

A powerful predator in the Siamang's forest habitat.

eaten by

Tiger

Panthera tigris

These large cats occasionally prey on Siamangs.

eaten by

Reticulated Python

Python reticulatus

Large constrictor snakes can hunt Siamangs in the trees.

depends on

Cluster Fig

Ficus racemosa

Siamangs consume the fruits of fig trees as a primary food source.

Traits

Also known as

Black Gibbon

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Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Always watch animals from a distance and never try to touch them in the wild.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Siamang?

75-90 cm

How much does Siamang weigh?

10-14 kg

How long does Siamang live?

25-40 years

How fast can Siamang move?

25 km/h

What does Siamang eat?

Siamangs mostly munch on juicy fruits and fresh leaves high up in the trees.

Where is Siamang usually found?

Forests

How does Siamang hunt?

Foraging

How many babies does Siamang usually have?

1

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