Black-crested Sumatran Langur is a rare primate that is part of Indonesia’s natural wealth and cultural heritage. This article will discuss the origins, life and conservation efforts of this primate.
Many animal lovers certainly don’t know what the Black-crested Sumatran Langur is. The existence of this primate is still rarely exposed by the media. Black-crested Sumatran Langur or better known as “black-crested langur” is an exotic primate that can only be found in the forests of Sumatra. Come on, let’s get to know this interesting langur species more closely.
Black-crested Sumatran Langur has the scientific name Presbytis melalophos. This animal is one of the many primates endemic to Indonesia which can only be found in Tapanuli and contributes to the diversity of mammal species in this country.
Its distribution is not wide, only spread from the North Sumatra – West Sumatra border in Mandailing Natal district to a small part of the district. Humbang Hasundutan.
For ordinary people, it may be difficult to distinguish the black-crested langur from other types of langur, but its characteristic feature is the black crest on its head.
In its natural habitat, the Black-crested Sumatran Langur lives in groups in small populations, and spends its days looking for food, resting and interacting with other group members. Therefore, socialization is very important in the life of this langur. They mostly eat leaves, fruit and flowers with a resting pattern in the afternoon, before returning to activity when dusk arrives.
Black-crested Sumatran Langur has limited habitat, so their conservation status is currently threatened with extinction. Deforestation, hunting and climate change have also played a role in reducing the langur’s natural habitat. As a result, the overall population of langurs is expected to continue to decline.
Several conservation efforts are being undertaken by animal protection agencies, the government and the community. One of them is limiting tree felling and illegal hunting which destroys langur habitat. Apart from that, education and outreach activities to the public about the importance of protecting the ecosystem and the life of langurs are also the focus of conservationists’ attention.
In conclusion, the Black-crested Sumatran Langur is one of the rare primates in Indonesia that deserves extra attention and protection. Through serious conservation efforts and active community participation, we still have hope to support the survival of these exotic primates so that they can continue to live and develop together with nature.
In the forests that we manage, these animals are still very easy to find. Please contact us for a forest tour package offer to meet the Black-Sumatran langur and other animals.