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Skywalker Hoolock Gibbon Hoolock tianxing

Skywalker Hoolock Gibbon Hoolock tianxing Endangered China, Myanmar The Hoolock Gibbons are three species located in South Central Asia. They are the second largest of the gibbons after the Siamang. They have rings around their eyes and mouths giving them a mask-like appearance. Like other gibbon species they call to each other in regionalised accents,Continue reading “Skywalker Hoolock Gibbon Hoolock tianxing”

Kloss’s Gibbon Hylobates klossii

Kloss’s Gibbon Hylobates klossii Endangered Mentawai Islands, Indonesia The Kloss’s Gibbon belongs to the genus Hylobates. The word Hylobates means ‘Forest Walker’ in Greek. The gibbons in this genus are known for the white circle of fur around their faces. They are known to communicate in species-specific song when defining territory or attracting mates. TheyContinue reading “Kloss’s Gibbon Hylobates klossii”