Crab Eating Macaque
- Distribution: Southeast Asia (India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines)
- Habitat: Mangrove forests, coastal areas, riverine forests
- Diet: Omnivorous, crabs, fruits, seeds, insects
- Size: Height ranges around 40-60 cm
Physical Characteristics:
- Medium-sized primate with a stocky build.
- Fur color varies from dark brown to grayish-brown.
- Prominent facial features with a relatively short tail.
Distribution:
- Found in Southeast Asia, including India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and parts of Myanmar and Thailand.
Habitat:
- Prefers coastal areas, mangrove forests, and riverine habitats.
- Also found in tropical rainforests and secondary forests.
Behavior:
- Diurnal, active during the day.
- Lives in large groups called troops, which can vary in size from several individuals to over a hundred.
- Social structure involves grooming and hierarchical dominance.
- Omnivorous diet includes a variety of foods such as crabs, fruits, seeds, and insects.