Monkey Planet - Long-tailed macaque - BBC One

Long-tailed macaque

Macaca fascicularis

Considered sacred animals at some Buddhist and Hindu temples. Some believe that the monkeys are the descedents of Hanuman, the monkey-hero of the mythical Hindu figure Rama.

Unlike chimps that...

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Long-tailed Macaque - Macaca fascicularis

Long-tailed Macaque is to be found in a wide range of habitats including primary and secondary forest, mangroves, plantations and the outskirts of towns and villages. Its success is largely due to a varied diet of fruits, leaves, small mammals and birds, shellfish and crabs, as well as human leftovers.

It can be identified by the length of its tail, by the shape of the...

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Date: 2017-03-27 02:44:17
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Wild Macaque Who Sustained Third-Degree Burns From Power ...

When Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand (WFFT) received an urgent call on Christmas Day about a long-tailed macaque who was victim to electrocution, they knew they needed to act fast. A veterinary clinic in Phetchaburi, Thailand called WFFT after concerned locals found the macaque on the ground under the power lines she had endured high voltage shocks from.

Even though WFFT handles numerous...

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Crab-eating macaque - Wikipedia

The crab-eating macaque, though, spits seeds out if they are larger than 3-4 mm (0.12-0.16 in). This decision to spit seeds is thought to be adaptive; it avoids filling the monkey's stomach with wasteful bulky seeds that cannot be used for energy. [32]

Although the species is ecologically well-adapted and poses no threat to population stability of prey species in its native range, in areas...

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Date: 2017-03-23 07:54:49
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Crab-eating macaque - Wikipedia

The crab-eating macaque, though, spits seeds out if they are larger than 3-4 mm (0.12-0.16 in). This decision to spit seeds is thought to be adaptive; it avoids filling the monkey's stomach with wasteful bulky seeds that cannot be used for energy. [32]

Although the species is ecologically well-adapted and poses no threat to population stability of prey species in its native range, in areas...

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Date: 2017-03-23 07:54:42
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Penang

Located off the west coast of the Malay Peninsular, Penang is known as the "Pearl of the Orient". Offering delectable local cuisine, magnificent ancient temples and colonial architecture, as well as an abundance of natural beauty.

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Boasting pristine beaches, tropical rainforest, and spectacular mountain backdrops, Penang has managed to retain its old-world charm while developing a modern cosmopolitan atmosphere. A cruise to Penang is the best way to see the island as the International...

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