Tibetan Macaque
- Distribution: Tibet (China), adjacent regions of China, India
- Habitat: Temperate forests, mountainous areas
- Diet: Omnivorous, fruits, seeds, insects, small animals
- Size: Height ranges around 50-60 cm
Physical Characteristics:
- Medium-sized primate with a robust build.
- Fur color varies from brown to grayish-brown.
- Prominent facial features with a pinkish face and hindquarters.
- Short tail relative to body size.
Distribution:
- Found in various parts of Asia, including Tibet, China, and neighboring regions such as Myanmar and northeastern India.
Habitat:
- Inhabits diverse habitats ranging from temperate forests to mountainous areas.
- Often found in forests with access to water sources.
Behavior:
- Diurnal, active during the day.
- Lives in social groups called troops, which can include several dozen individuals.
- Known for their hierarchical social structure with dominant males.
- Omnivorous diet, feeding on fruits, leaves, seeds, insects, and occasionally small vertebrates.