Northern plains gray langur
A species of Gray langurs, Also known as Bengal sacred langur, Bengal hanuman langur Scientific name : Semnopithecus entellus Genus : Gray langurs
Northern plains gray langur, A species of Gray langurs
Also known as:
Bengal sacred langur, Bengal hanuman langur
Scientific name: Semnopithecus entellus
Genus: Gray langurs
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Description General Info
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Description
The Bengal Hanuman Langur (Semnopithecus entellus) is a primate species from the group of slim monkeys and is one of the six species into which the Hanuman Langur subgenus within the Indian Langur genus (Semnopithecus) is divided into more recent classifications.
General Info
Lifespan
18-25 years
Diet
Northern plains gray langur primarily feeds on leaves, making it a folivorous primate. Its diet includes diverse plant species' leaves and they also consume fruits, flowers, and seeds. Often observed foraging in groups in treetops, it has a preference for young, tender leaves.
Appearance
Northern plains gray langur is a medium-sized primate with a slender, elongated body covered in grey or brown fur. Notable features include a long, opposable, curled tail, and a black face surrounded by long hair, giving it an almost mane-like appearance. Males are larger than females with contrasting fur color. No distinctive markings or patterns are present on its body.
Behavior
Northern plains gray langur are social animals and live in female-bonded groups led by dominant males. They apply unique survival tactics of raiding human crops and urban areas for resources. Northern plains gray langur mark and defend territory by vocalizations, and promote social bonds through grooming sessions. Notably, they defend fellow group members against predators, showing significant cooperative behavior.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Apes Family
Old world monkeys Genus
Gray langurs Species
Northern plains gray langur 
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