François’ langur
Trachypithecus francoisi
Charakteristics
- Origin
southern China and northern Vietnam
- Habitat
evergreen forests in karst mountains
- Diet
Leaves, flowers, buds, fruits, seeds
- Status
endangered
- Size
60 cm
- Weight
5–7 kg
- Gestation period
6-7 months
- Achievable age
approx. 25 years
Threat Categories of IUCN
Under threat
François’ langurs are endangered in the wild due to forest clearance, the spread of agriculture, and illegal hunting. There are probably no more than 2,000 individuals living in their natural habitat in Vietnam and China.
