The proboscis monkey or long-nosed monkey (Nasalis larvatus) is an arboreal Old World monkey with an unusually large nose (or proboscis), a reddish-brown skin color and a long tail. It is endemic to the southeast Asian island of Borneo and is found mostly in mangrove forests and on the coastal areas of the island.

May 23, 2024 · With their long, bulbous, and droopy noses, male proboscis monkeys are often listed among Earth’s ugliest animals. The noses of these endangered primates endemic to the island of Borneo in...

It may seem hard to believe, but male proboscis monkeys use their fleshy, pendulous noses to attract mates. Scientists think these outsize organs create an echo chamber that amplifies the...

Affectionately referred to as the big-nosed monkey or the monkey with a large nose, this arboreal Old World monkey flaunts a remarkable proboscis, an unusually large and pendulous nose, distinguishing it in the tapestry of the animal kingdom.

The proboscis monkey – also known as the long-nosed monkey – is one of the largest Old World monkey species found only on one southeast Asian island (Borneo). Proboscis monkeys are diurnal (most active from late afternoon to night), omnivores, and …

Sep 7, 2018 · The proboscis monkey (Nasalis larvatus) is one of the most unusual looking monkeys in the world. This reddish-orange monkey is named after its huge pendulous nose.

Aug 21, 2022 · Deep in the jungles of Borneo lives the large-nosed proboscis monkey. As a result of deforestation, there aren’t many of these monkeys left. Still, zoos aid their conservation by housing them and raising awareness. This weird monkey isn’t as well-known as many others.

The Proboscis monkey (Nasalis larvatus) is one of the largest monkey species native to Asia. It has a characteristic long nose that distinguishes this animal from other monkeys. As a matter of fact, another name of this primate is 'Monyet belanda' monkey, literally meaning 'long …

Dec 13, 2024 · Nicknamed “Dutch monkey” by locals for their perceived resemblance to colonial settlers with large bellies and noses, proboscis monkeys are endangered. Their numbers have plummeted due to deforestation for timber and palm oil plantations, as well as hunting.

Mar 27, 2025 · proboscis monkey, (Nasalis larvatus), long-tailed arboreal primate found along rivers and in swampy mangrove forests of Borneo. Named for the male’s long and pendulous nose, the proboscis monkey is red-brown with pale underparts. The nose is smaller in the female and is upturned in the young.