Nicobar long-tailed macaque

Scientific Name

Macaca fascicularis umbrosus

IUCN Status

Vulnerable (VU)

Range

Great Nicobar, Little Nicobar, Katchal

Habitat Type

Mangroves, coastal, riverine and inland forests

Threats

Habitat loss, retaliatory killing, hunting, dogs

Did You Know

The Nicobar long-tailed macaque uses tools such as sticks and stones to crack open coconuts.

Also Known As

Nicobar crab-eating macaque

IUCN Status

Vulnerable (VU)

Range

Great Nicobar, Little Nicobar, Katchal

Habitat Type

Mangroves, coastal, riverine and inland forests

Threats

Habitat loss, retaliatory killing, hunting, dogs

Did You Know

The Nicobar long-tailed macaque uses tools such as sticks and stones to crack open coconuts.

Also Known As

Nicobar crab-eating macaque

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