The Siamang
✦ Siamangs are the largest of the gibbon species, growing up to 1 meter tall and weighing around 10 to 14 kilograms, while other gibbon species, often average to around 7 kilos and a height between 50 and 65 centimeters. They're native species to Sumatra and Malaysia, where they live distributed over varying habitats like mountain, moonsoon and rainforests. ✦
Habitat & Diet
✦ Using their lengthy arms and specialized joints, siamangs can brachiate from tree to tree. Siamangs are arboreal, meaning they mainly live high up in the trees. They mostly eat fruits, but also consume flowers, leaves, insects and shoots from time to time. ✦
Vocals & Behavior
✦ Siamang vocalise with their inflatable throat sacs, also known as gular sacs. A siamangs call is the loudest out of all the gibbon species. Their calls are used to mark territory, as siamangs are quite territorial gibbons. Woop woop!✦
Support the Siamang
✦ Although the siamang doesn't have any natural predators, the species still faces endangerement due to habitat loss and the illegal pet trade. By raising awareness and donating to primate conservation initatives, you can contribute to the protection of gibbons and siamangs. ✦