Startled by the secret of the pig-tailed macaque species endemic to Vietnam

Only in Vietnam, the pig-tailed macaque Macaca leonina possesses strange characteristics and incredible intelligence, revealing many unknown things about native primates.

1. The name comes from its characteristic short tail. Unlike many other monkey species, the pig-tailed monkey has a short, curved tail that looks like a pig's tail, a feature that has become the identifying feature and origin of the species' name. Photo: Pinterest.

2. A species of monkey that spends a lot of time on the ground. Although they are good climbers, pig-tailed monkeys spend most of their time on the ground searching for food. This habit helps them adapt flexibly to many different types of environments. Photo: Pinterest.

3. Diverse diet and skillful foraging. They eat fruits, seeds, leaves, insects and even small animals such as lizards – demonstrating a highly versatile and adaptable foraging ability. Photo: Worldlandtrust.org.

4. Has a complex and clearly hierarchical social structure. Pig-tailed macaques live in groups with a strict hierarchy, where dominant individuals have the power to control behavior and access resources. Photo: Pinterest.

5. Rich gestures and facial expressions. This monkey species uses a variety of gestures, facial expressions and sounds to communicate within its group, indicating a high level of social development and intelligence. Photo: Thainationalparks.com.

6. Plays an important ecological role in tropical forests. By dispersing seeds through their diet, pig-tailed macaques contribute to maintaining the structure and biodiversity of forest ecosystems. Photo: Thainationalparks.com.

7. Widespread but critically endangered. Pig-tailed macaques were once found throughout Southeast Asia, but today their numbers are dwindling due to deforestation, hunting, and the wildlife trade. Photo: New England Primate Conservancy.

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