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Black-faced macaque

Scientific name: Macaca nigra


Black-faced macaque

IUCN Status: Threatened

Family: CERCOPITHECIDAE

Group: Mammals

Shyness: Suspicious

Safe distance: 15 m

Breeding season / Courtship: 01.01-31.12

Gestation: 150 à 200 jours

Births: 31.12-15.01


Habitat:
Tropical rainforests

Description:
The Black-faced macaque is a primate native to the islands of Sulawesi in Indonesia. It is recognizable by its distinctive black face and gray or brown fur. This macaque is primarily frugivorous but also feeds on insects and small animals. It lives in complex social groups, often near rivers and tropical forests. The species is threatened by deforestation and the loss of its natural habitat.

Recommended lens:
>=300 mm

Photography tips:
Photograph the Black-faced macaque using a telephoto lens to capture its distinctive features and social behaviors. It is best to photograph early in the morning or late in the afternoon, when the light is soft and the animal is more active. Be discreet, as black-faced macaques live in groups and can become nervous if you get too close.

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