At a glance
- IUCN category
- EN · Endangered
- Animal group
- Mammals
- Population trend
- Decreasing
- Last verified
Conservation overview
The golden snub-nosed monkey is a striking primate with golden-orange fur and an upturned nose, adapted to cold Chinese mountains. It is assessed as Endangered.
It lives in large troops and eats lichen through harsh winters.
Range & habitat
Cold mountain forests of central and south-western China.
Major threats
Threats below are drawn from the authoritative sources listed on this page. For the current, complete assessment, see the IUCN Red List.
- Habitat loss and fragmentation
- Past hunting
- Small, isolated populations
Why it matters
A cold-adapted, lichen-eating primate of China's mountain forests, the golden snub-nosed monkey is a flagship for protecting those high-altitude habitats.
Sources
Sources for Golden Snub-nosed Monkey
- IUCN Red List — look up Golden Snub-nosed Monkey (authoritative status)
- Animal Diversity Web
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the golden snub-nosed monkey survive cold winters?
It is one of the few primates living in seasonally snowy mountains, with thick fur and a diet that includes lichen, which is available when other food is scarce.
Why is it Endangered?
Published assessments cite habitat loss and fragmentation, past hunting, and small isolated populations. See the IUCN Red List.
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