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Golden Snub-nosed Monkey
Rhinopithecus roxellana
The Golden Snub-nosed Monkey is a striking primate native to the mountainous forests of central and southwest China. It is easily recognized by its vivid golden-orange fur, pale blue face, and upturned nose, which lacks a nasal bone, giving it a distinctive 'snub-nosed' appearan…
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- Despite living in freezing mountain environments, these monkeys are one of the few primate species that can endure heavy snowfall and temperatures as low as -8°C (17°F).
- Golden Snub-nosed Monkeys can form groups of up to 600 individuals, one of the largest aggregations among non-human primates. Their unique blue faces are due to the lack of skin pigments and dense blood vessels under the skin. During winter, their diet shifts to bark, lichens, and pine needles to survive the harsh conditions.
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