Crested black macaque and baby
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Crested black macaque and baby
Crested black macaque (Macaca nigra) and baby. This monkey is also known as the celebes crested macaque and it is native to Sulawesi and the neighbouring islands in Indonesia. It feeds mostly on fruit, but will also eat leaves, flower buds, fungus, bird eggs and insects. Photographed in Tangkoko National Park, Northern Sulawesi, Indonesia
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Arboreal Baby Caring Crest Immature Indonesia Indonesian Infant Island Juvenile Mammal Nature Reserve North Sulawesi Old World Monkey Primate Primatology Sunda Islands Tangkoko National Park Wild Young Celebes Crested Macaque Crested Black Macaque Macaca Nigra Sulawesi Crested Macaque
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This print showcases a heartwarming moment between a Crested black macaque and its adorable baby. Also known as the Celebes crested macaque, this species is native to the stunning islands of Sulawesi in Indonesia. The photograph was taken in Tangkoko National Park, located in Northern Sulawesi. In this image, we witness the remarkable bond between parent and offspring as they navigate their natural habitat. The adult macaque displays its distinctive crest while attentively caring for its young one. These intelligent creatures primarily feed on fruit but also indulge in leaves, flower buds, fungus, bird eggs, and insects. The lush greenery surrounding them serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity found within Indonesian nature reserves like Tangkoko National Park. As arboreal primates, these monkeys are perfectly adapted to their environment. This picture not only captures an intimate moment but also highlights the importance of preserving our planet's precious wildlife. With its biological significance and unique characteristics such as being an Old World monkey species endemic to Sulawesi and neighboring Sunda Islands, the Crested black macaque holds great value for both zoology enthusiasts and conservationists alike. As we admire this enchanting duo through Science Photo Library's lens, let us be reminded of our responsibility to protect these magnificent creatures and their habitats for future generations to appreciate.
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