Cambodia’s protected areas home to more than 3,000 endangered Germain’s langur

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There are more than 3,000 endangered Germain’s langur (Trachypithecus germaini) in Cambodia’s protected areas, due to favourable factors, much to the excitement of conservationists. Neth Pheaktra, Secretary of State and spokesman for the Ministry of Environment, made the statement yesterday night.

According to the study, there are currently more than 3,000 Germain’s langur living in , while the number of the primates around the world is declining by about 50 percent. This species is found in dense forests, semi-dense forests and coastal mangroves, as well as flooded forests and can be identified by their dark grey fur.

Most of the population are centred in the eastern regions of Cambodia, such as the Keo Seima, Lumphat and Sre Pok wildlife sanctuaries. They normally settle down near rivers and streams, such as the Sekong River and Sre Pok.

 

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