Southern pig-tailed macaques
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Southern pig-tailed macaques
Southern pig-tailed macaques (Macaca nemestrina) grooming each other. This monkey is native to the forests of Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. It is highly frugivorous but also consumes a wide variety of other foods including insects, seeds, young leaves and leaf stems. Photographed at the Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve, Sabah, Malaysian Borneo
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Animal Behaviour Borneo Frugivore Frugivorous Groom Grooming Malaysia Malaysian Mammal Monkey Old World Monkeys Primate Sabah Southeast Asia Vulnerable Wild Macaca Nemestrina Macaques
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This print showcases a heartwarming moment between two Southern pig-tailed macaques as they engage in grooming each other. Native to the lush forests of Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, these intelligent monkeys are known for their frugivorous diet which includes a diverse range of foods such as insects, seeds, young leaves, and leaf stems. Captured within the enchanting Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo by Science Photo Library, this image beautifully exemplifies the wonders of nature and wildlife. The intricate details of their interaction highlight the strong social bonds that exist among these primates. As vulnerable species in Southeast Asia's biological tapestry, Southern pig-tailed macaques hold significant importance in zoology and conservation efforts. Their presence reminds us of our responsibility to protect and preserve the rich fauna found within this region. In this photograph's frame lies not just an ordinary depiction but a testament to animal behavior studies. It serves as a reminder that beyond our human world exists an entire ecosystem where fascinating creatures like these macaques thrive. With its focus on biology and wild animal life research rather than commercial use or promotion of any particular company or product, Science Photo Library has once again presented us with an awe-inspiring glimpse into the natural wonders that surround us all.
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