Red-shanked douc
The Red-shanked douc (Pygathrix nemaeus) is a herbivorous mammal.
- Scientific name
- Pygathrix nemaeus
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Cercopithecidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Weight
- 9 kg
- Length
- 62 cm
- Lifespan
- 26 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Critically Endangered
What does a Red-shanked douc eat?
The red-shanked douc is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is a Red-shanked douc?
The red-shanked douc weighs around 9 kg and measures about 62 cm.
How long do Red-shanked doucs live?
In the wild, the red-shanked douc can live up to about 26 years.
Is the red-shanked douc endangered?
The red-shanked douc is currently listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.