EN Omnivore, Herbivore Western Ghats, India
2.5–10 kg
Weight
20–30 yrs
Lifespan
35 km/h
Top Speed
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Endemic to India, the Lion-tailed Macaque is an omnivore, herbivore species inhabiting western ghats, india habitats. Weighing 2.5–10 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Lion-tailed Macaque | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 6.3 kg | 12 kg | ↓ 48% |
| Height | 52.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 35 km/h | 35 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 35 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 25 yrs | 17.5 yrs | ↑ 43% |
Endemic to India
Habitat: Western Ghats, India
Found In: India
Coloration: Black
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Social groups.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 150–170 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 20–30 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #22 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | Barbary Macaque | 5–13 kg | EN |
| 21 | Tasmanian Devil | 4–14 kg | EN |
| 22 | Lion-tailed Macaque | 2.5–10 kg | EN |
| 23 | Tree Kangaroo | 4–8 kg | EN |
| 24 | Coquerel's Sifaka | 3–6 kg | EN |
| 25 | Red Panda | 3–6 kg | EN |
Other Cercopithecidae Species
The Cercopithecidae family has 5 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbary Macaque | 5–13 kg | Herbivore, Omnivore | EN |
| Japanese Macaque | 10–14 kg | Omnivore | LC |
| Mandrill | Up to 55 kg | Omnivore | VU |
| Proboscis Monkey | 14–24 kg | Herbivore | EN |