



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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