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Where Do Proboscis Monkeys Live?

Quick answer

Proboscis Monkeys are native to Asia. Endemic to Borneo — mangroves, peat swamp, and riverine forest in Sabah, Sarawak, Kalimantan, and Brunei.

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Native range

Endemic to Borneo — mangroves, peat swamp, and riverine forest in Sabah, Sarawak, Kalimantan, and Brunei.

Continents and countries

Proboscis Monkeys occur across Asia. Local populations depend on intact habitat, prey or food plants, and freedom from persecution.

Habitat types

Borneo mangroves, peat swamp, and riverine forest provide shelter and feeding grounds. Seasonal movement may follow rains, prey migrations, or breeding cycles.

Range changes

Historic range may exceed current distribution. Habitat loss, hunting, and climate shifts continue to affect where proboscis monkeys persist today.

FAQs

Where do proboscis monkeys live in the wild?

Endemic to Borneo — mangroves, peat swamp, and riverine forest in Sabah, Sarawak, Kalimantan, and Brunei.

What do proboscis monkeys eat?

They feed on herbivore — leaves, unripe fruit, seeds, and flowers, varying by season and local habitat.

Are proboscis monkeys endangered?

Proboscis Monkeys are listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How big is a proboscis monkey?

Adults weigh about 20 kg and reach roughly 0.75 m long.

Sources

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