Müller's Bornean gibbon facts for kids
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The Müller's Bornean gibbon (Hylobates muelleri), also known as the grey gibbon, is a type of primate. Primates are a group of mammals that includes monkeys, apes, and humans. This gibbon belongs to the Hylobatidae family, often called "lesser apes."
Müller's Bornean gibbons are among the smallest apes. They usually weigh around 5.4 kilograms (12 pounds). They stand about 60 centimeters (2 feet) tall. These amazing animals can live for more than 40 years when they are cared for in zoos. Their diet mainly consists of fruits, leaves, flowers, and small insects.
Where They Live
Müller's Bornean gibbons can only be found in one special place: the tropical rainforests of Borneo. Borneo is a very large island in Southeast Asia. These gibbons spend almost all their lives high up in the trees of these dense forests. They swing gracefully from branch to branch using their long arms.
What They Eat
These gibbons are mostly herbivores, meaning they eat plants. Their favorite foods include ripe fruits, which make up a big part of their diet. They also munch on fresh leaves and colorful flowers. Sometimes, they will eat small invertebrates, like insects, to get extra protein. Finding food in the rainforest is a full-time job for them!
Conservation Status
Sadly, the Müller's Bornean gibbon is an endangered species. This means their numbers are getting very low in the wild. The main reason for this is that their rainforest home is being destroyed. Forests are cut down for farming, logging, and other human activities. It is important to protect these forests so gibbons and other animals have a place to live.
Images for kids
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A Müller's Bornean gibbon in captivity.
See also
In Spanish: Gibón de Müller de Borneo para niños
