Bonnet Macaque
Macaca radiata
High risk of extinction in the wild
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Bonnet Macaque
The bonnet macaque also known as zati (Macaca radiata) is a macaque endemic to southern India. Its distribution is limited by the Indian Ocean on three sides and the Godavari and Tapti Rivers along with a related competing species of rhesus macaque in the north. Land use changes in the last few decades have resulted in changes in its distribution boundaries with the rhesus macaque, raising concern for its status in the wild.
Key Facts
- Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Bonnet Macaque?
The scientific name of the Bonnet Macaque is Macaca radiata.
Is the Bonnet Macaque endangered?
The Bonnet Macaque is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
How many Bonnet Macaque sightings have been recorded?
4,001 observations of the Bonnet Macaque have been recorded on iNaturalist.
