Southern Mitered Langur
Presbytis mitrata
High risk of extinction in the wild
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Southern Mitered Langur
The mitered langur (Presbytis mitrata) is a species of monkey in the family Cercopithecidae. It was formerly considered a subspecies of the Sumatran surili, Presbytis melalophos (as Presbytis melalophos mitrata) but genetic analysis revealed that these are separate species. The mitered langur is native to the island of Sumatra in Indonesia. It is listed as vulnerable by the IUCN due primarily to deforestation, and also due to animals taken for pets.
Key Facts
- Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Southern Mitered Langur?
The scientific name of the Southern Mitered Langur is Presbytis mitrata.
Is the Southern Mitered Langur endangered?
The Southern Mitered Langur is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
How many Southern Mitered Langur sightings have been recorded?
27 observations of the Southern Mitered Langur have been recorded on iNaturalist.
