The lion-tailed macaques are found in Western ghats in Southern India. The main features of the lion-tailed macaques are as follows –Â
- Lion-tailed macaques have black fur.Â
- They are characterised by the grey mane around their face.
- They have a small tuft on the tip of their tail.Â
- Their tail resembles a lion’s tail which is where the name ‘lion-tailed macaque’ comes from.Â
- Male Lion-tailed macaques are larger than the females.Â
- They also have cheek pouches like any other monkeys.
Read more on the characteristics and habitat of Lion-tailed Macaque on the given link.
Further readings-
Related Links | |
Western Ghats – Importance, Biodiversity | Species in News |
Asiatic Lion: Characteristics and Conservation Status | Biodiversity Hotspots |
IUCN Red List | Alien Invasive Species |
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