Learn about the Toque Macaque in Sri Lanka, its habitat, behavior, diet, and the urgent need for conservation to protect this endangered primate species. About Toque Macaque The Toque Macaque (Macaca sinica), locally called “rilewa” or “rilawa,” is an Old World monkey endemic to Sri Lanka. Its reddish-brown fur and distinctive whorl of hair on…
Red Slender Loris in Sri Lanka: a rare nocturnal primate facing threats like habitat loss. Learn about its features, behavior, and conservation efforts. About Red Slender Loris The Red Slender Loris (Loris tardigradus) is a rare nocturnal primate native to the lush jungles of Sri Lanka. As one of the most evolutionarily distinct and globally…
About Gray Slender Loris The gray slender loris (Loris lydekkerianus) belongs to the Loridae family of primates. This species is native to India and Sri Lanka, thriving in subtropical and tropical dry forests as well as moist lowland forests. However, habitat loss poses a significant threat to its survival. Taxonomy of Gray Slender Loris The gray…
Sri Lankan elephants are majestic creatures with unique traits, diverse habitats, and ongoing conservation challenges. Learn why they are iconic yet endangered. The Sri Lankan Elephant – Elephas Maximus Maximus Sri Lankan elephants (Elephas maximus maximus) are a subspecies of the Asian elephant, native to Sri Lanka. As one of the most iconic animals of…
