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Mammals
Proboscis Monkey
Nasalis larvatus
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Lifespan
- 20 years
- Weight
- 7-22 kg
- Conservation
- Endangered
The Proboscis Monkey (Nasalis larvatus) is a herbivore species found in Borneo mangroves and forests. It typically lives 20 years, weighing around 7-22 kg, and is currently classified as Endangered on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the proboscis monkey: Male proboscis monkeys have enormous noses that amplify their calls.
Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrates that nurse their young and are found on every continent except Antarctica. From tiny rodents to massive whales, this group includes some of the most intelligent and adaptable animals on Earth.