via IFTTT Here's additional footage featuring the recently born Pileated Gibbon infant at Twycross Zoo, UK. This adorable baby gibbon, born on August 28, 2023, is lovingly cradled by its mother, Valeria. The dad is called Helmut. Habitat: Pileated gibbons are found in Southeast Asia, primarily in countries such as Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. They inhabit dense tropical rainforests and are highly arboreal, meaning they spend most of their lives in the trees. #gibbon #babygibbon #babyanimals Physical Characteristics: Pileated gibbons are small apes with distinctive features. They have long, slender arms and no tail. Their fur colouration can vary, but it often includes black, dark brown, or greyish fur with a lighter face and hands. One of their most remarkable features is their white cheeks and throat, which make them easily recognizable. Adult males and females have different fur colourations. Adult males are typically black with white facial markings, while adult females are a lighter colour with dark facial markings. Behaviour: Pileated gibbons are known for their incredible agility and ability to swing through the trees using their long arms. They are highly territorial and communicate with loud vocalizations that can be heard over long distances. These gibbons are monogamous, forming strong bonds with a single mate. They often have a single offspring, and the family unit is crucial to their social structure. Their diet primarily consists of fruit, leaves, and other plant materials. Conservation Status: Pileated gibbons, like many other gibbon species, face threats such as habitat loss due to deforestation and illegal wildlife trade. They are classified as Endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. Conservation efforts are in place to protect their habitat and combat illegal trade to ensure the survival of these remarkable primates. Observing Pileated gibbons in their natural habitat or at accredited zoos, like Twycross Zoo, provides valuable insights into their behaviour and highlights the importance of conserving their fragile ecosystems. #PileatedGibbons #gibbons #babyanimals Stay connected and never miss a moment! Subscribe to my channel and activate all the notifications to be the first to know when new videos are released.
