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Primates are facing an impending extinction crisis – but we know very little about what will actually protect them
From lemurs to orangutans, tarsiers to gorillas, primates are captivating and sometimes unnervingly similar to us. So it’s not surprising that this group of more than 500 species receives a great d…Palm Oil Detectives
With white-rimmed eyes and purple hair, Phayre’s Leaf #Monkeys 🐒 barely survive in forests in #Assam, #India, #Myanmar and #Bangladesh. A major threat is #palmoil #deforestation. Help them survive! #Boycottpalmoil 🌴🔥⛔️#Boycott4Wildlife @palmoildetect
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Phayre’s Leaf Monkey Trachypithecus phayrei
Phayre’s leaf monkey, also known as Phayre’s langur, are remarkable Old World monkeys distinguished by large, white-rimmed eyes that lend them a “spectacled” appearance. Known locally as ‘Cha…Palm Oil Detectives
Alta Floresta titi monkey Plecturocebus grovesi
The enchanting Groves Titi Monkey, also referred to as the Alta Floresta titi monkey or Mato Grosso titi monkey made a remarkable entry into the spotlight only recently in 2016 when they were class…Palm Oil Detectives
Colombian Red Howler Monkey Alouatta seniculus
Red howlers are the largest of the howler monkey species. They have dense fur that ranges from brown to dark red, with gold or bright orange undersides – the colour can vary based on their ag…Palm Oil Detectives
Campbell’s Mona Monkey Cercopithecus campbelli
Inquisitive and highly social Campbell’s Mona Monkeys are known for their intense hazel eyes and bright yellow brows. They use their large puffy cheeks to store food while they climb to the t…Palm Oil Detectives
Palm Oil Plantations are Killing Baby Monkeys - One Green Planet
The detrimental effects of palm oil plantations on wildlife have been brought to light by a decade-long study conducted by researchers.Trinity Sparke (One Green Planet)