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⚫ | [[File:Langur.jpg|thumb|At the [[Cincinnati Zoo]].]]The '''François langur''' (<span style="font-style: normal; ">Trachypithecus francoisi</span>) belongs to a group of primates called leaf monkeys, as it eats large amounts of leaves. It even has a special stomach to help it digest plant fibers. A troop of up to a dozen members spends most of its time foraging in the treetops. |
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⚫ | The François langur (<span style="font-style: normal; ">Trachypithecus francoisi</span>) belongs to a group of primates called leaf monkeys, as it eats large amounts of leaves. It even has a special stomach to help it digest plant fibers. A troop of up to a dozen members spends most of its time foraging in the treetops. |
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+ | *Pronunciation: frahn-SWAH lang-GOOR |
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*Where to see them: Jungle Trails |
*Where to see them: Jungle Trails |
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*Length: 1.5 to 2.2 ft |
*Length: 1.5 to 2.2 ft |
Latest revision as of 02:21, 12 March 2012
The François langur (Trachypithecus francoisi) belongs to a group of primates called leaf monkeys, as it eats large amounts of leaves. It even has a special stomach to help it digest plant fibers. A troop of up to a dozen members spends most of its time foraging in the treetops.
Facts[]
- Pronunciation: frahn-SWAH lang-GOOR
- Where to see them: Jungle Trails
- Length: 1.5 to 2.2 ft
- Weight: 12.5 to 20.9 lbs
- Lifespan: Up to 28 yrs in wild
- Habitat: Tropical forest and rocky outcrops
- Diet: Leaves, fruit, and flowers
- Risk Status: Species at Risk (IUCN—Endangered)