Southeast Asia, PhilippinesClassified as Vulnerable, the Tarsier inhabits rainforests habitats in Southeast Asia, Philippines. Weighing Up to 200 g, it is exceptionally low among insectivore mammals.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Tarsier | Insectivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.2 kg | 2 kg | ↓ 90% |
| Height | 16 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 45 km/h | 32 km/h | ↑ 41% |
| Avg Speed | 45 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Tarsier inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Southeast Asia, Philippines.
Typical coloring: Gray, Brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Tarsier is a solitary species belonging to the Tarsiidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
VU The Tarsier is classified as Vulnerable. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 12 insectivore mammals, the Tarsier’s weight of Up to 200 g is significantly lower than the group median of 2 kg.
Weight rank: #34 of 34 Vulnerable species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
Related Species
How much does a Tarsier weigh?
A Tarsier typically weighs Up to 200 g, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 2 kg among insectivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Tarsier?
The Tarsier is classified as “Vulnerable”. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Tarsier live?
The Tarsier is found in Southeast Asia, Philippines, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Tarsier reproduce?
The Tarsier has a gestation period of 180–210 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026