Proboscis monkeys are not actually that agile. they can be heard long before they’re seen, grunting in the jungle canopy. The males have potbellies and, of course, those bulbous noses, giving them a ...

The prominent noses of male proboscis monkeys, long thought to be merely visual signals, play a crucial role in vocal communication, enhancing individual identity. A new study published in the Journal ...

CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. Proboscis monkeys may look ridiculous to us, but they are in fact perfectly adapted to their swamp surroundings. Their pot-bellied stomachs are ...

A 10-year study of proboscis monkeys in Borneo has revealed that forest conversion to oil palm plantations is having a significant impact on the species. (Phys.org) —Researchers from the United States ...

The development of Indonesia’s new capital city on the island of Borneo has resulted in clearing of mangrove forests that are home to threatened wildlife such as proboscis monkeys and Irrawaddy ...

This is the amusing moment a Proboscis monkey was seen tucking into leaves for lunch on a riverbank. Holidaymakers onboard a dinghy spotted the primate munching on a leaf as they sailed through a ...

Discover 36 incredible monkey facts, from record-breaking howls to tail tricks and clever tool use. Fun, fascinating, and perfect for curious minds.