Proboscis Monkey

Scientific Name: Nasalis larvatus

Common Name: Proboscis Monkey (Long-Nosed Monkey)

Habitat: These monkeys are typically found in coastal mangroves and riverine forests. 

Reproduction: Females give birth to just one Proboscis Monkey after a long gestation of about five and a half months. They are born with dark colored fur and have a blue face. The babies stay that way until they reach the age 3 to 4 months. Babies will usually stay with the "female troop" until they are one years old.

Prey: Proboscis's are omnivores. They love eating leaves, shoots and fruit!

Interesting Facts:

1. The Proboscis Monkey is born with webbed feet which help it both to paddle in the water and walk on slippery banks. 

2. There nose can grow so big it will hang below the mouth, having to move it to eat. 

3. These monkeys are known to become swollen and red when hungry or angry.

Why I chose it?

I chose this animal because of its unique appearance. I also wanted to know more about this animal because I knew nothing about it.