At a glance
- IUCN category
- CR · Critically Endangered
- Animal group
- Mammals
- Population trend
- Decreasing
- Last verified
Conservation overview
The Tonkin snub-nosed monkey is one of the rarest primates in the world, with an upturned nose and pale face, found only in northern Vietnam. It is assessed as Critically Endangered.
It was rediscovered in the late 20th century after being feared lost.
Range & habitat
A small area of forest in northern Vietnam.
Major threats
Threats below are drawn from the authoritative sources listed on this page. For the current, complete assessment, see the IUCN Red List.
- Hunting
- Habitat loss and fragmentation
- A tiny population
Why it matters
A snub-nosed monkey surviving in a tiny corner of Vietnam, the Tonkin snub-nosed monkey is a flagship for the country's most threatened forests.
Sources
Sources for Tonkin Snub-nosed Monkey
- IUCN Red List — look up Tonkin Snub-nosed Monkey (authoritative status)
- Animal Diversity Web
Frequently Asked Questions
How rare is the Tonkin snub-nosed monkey?
It is among the rarest primates on Earth, with only a small number left in a restricted area of northern Vietnam, after being feared lost before its rediscovery.
Why is it Critically Endangered?
Published assessments cite hunting, habitat loss and fragmentation, and a tiny population. See the IUCN Red List for the current assessment.
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