Sarawak Surili
Presbytis chrysomelas
Extremely high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Sarawak Surili
The Sarawak surili (Presbytis chrysomelas) is a species of primate in the family Cercopithecidae. It is endemic to the southeast Asian island of Borneo, where it is distributed north of the Kapuas River in Kalimantan, Indonesia, the Malaysia states of Sarawak and Sabah, and in Brunei. Its taxonomy is complex and disputed, and it has been considered a subspecies of P. femoralis or P. melalophos. The Sarawak surili was formerly considered common, but has declined drastically...
Key Facts
- Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Sarawak Surili?
The scientific name of the Sarawak Surili is Presbytis chrysomelas.
Is the Sarawak Surili endangered?
The Sarawak Surili is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many Sarawak Surili sightings have been recorded?
27 observations of the Sarawak Surili have been recorded on iNaturalist.
