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Siamang Gibbon
Hylobates syndactylus
Hylobates syndactylus
Gibbons are known for their vocal abilities. Male and female pairs duet
to strengthen their bond and defend their territory. The largest of all
gibbons, the siamang is also the loudest as its musical calls can be
heard through dense rainforest foliage up to two miles away.
Fact file:
Height: 2.5 to 3 ft
Weight: Up to 23 lbs
Lifespan: Up to 25 yrs
Habitat: Tropical rainforest
Diet: Primarily fruit and leaves, some invertebrates
Current Range: Malaysia and Sumatra