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Celebes crested macaque

Macaca nigra

Celebes crested macaque (Macaca nigra)Critically endangered
Mammalomnivore

The Celebes macaque is a striking black monkey found only in the lush forests of northern Sulawesi. It's known for its short tail and the distinctive crest of hair on its head. These social primates spend their days foraging and grooming in tight-knit groups.

  • They live in tropical forests on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi.
  • Their faces are nearly hairless with prominent cheekbones.
  • Like all macaques, they communicate through sounds and facial expressions.
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At a glance

Classification
Mammal
Scientific name
Macaca nigra
Habitat
Rainforest
Regions in this directory
Asia
Diet
omnivore
Relative size
medium
IUCN Red List
Critically Endangered (CR)
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