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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 5h

Galagos, pottos, and angwantibos are the strepsirrhines of mainland Africa. Not nearly as well-known or charismatic as the better-known lemurs of Madagascar, they are unique! All nocturnal, these small primates and their unusual lifestyles will surely surprise you. youtu.be/Upn3zeUAyG0

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Pottos, Galagos, and Angwantibos—Continental Africa's Nocturnal Primates

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

What makes a primate a primate? From tiny mouse lemurs to massive gorillas—and, yes, humans—primates are remarkably diverse. Explore the primate family tree, discover where nonhuman primates live, and learn what makes monkeys, apes, tarsiers, and strepsirrhines different from one another.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Moustached tamarins (Saguinus mystax), also called Spix's moustached and black-chested mustached tamarins. Endemic to Brazil and Peru, traveling primarily in the middle canopy. Able to tolerate mild habitat disturbance, they are widespread with no major threats. Listed as Least Concern.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Explore the world of primates, from their habitats and behaviors to their daily lives, in this engaging video series. These youth-friendly videos offer insights into primates, conservation efforts, and ways that anyone can make a difference. neprimateconservancy.org/discovering-primates/

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Golden bamboo lemurs (Hapalemur aureus) are endemic to Madagascar's southeastern bamboo-laden forests. 90% of their diet is bamboo. The most nutrient-rich part of the giant bamboo contains cyanide. Their digestive system is adapted to absorb toxins. Threatened by habitat loss due. Least Concern.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Animals are built for survival. Scientists call the relationship between a body part and what it does structure and function. This lesson explores two very different primates—a tiny marmoset and a giant gorilla—and reveals how their body features help them survive where they live.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Meet lorises, native to the forests of South and Southeast Asia. Nocturnal. Include slow and slender species. With enormous eyes, a vise-like grip, and stealthy movements, lorises navigate the canopy in near silence. Remarkably, some are venomous. youtu.be/4VPAYnTlNaQ

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Lorises—Small, Secretive, and Full of Surprises

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Indris (Indri indri). Researchers analyzed videos of wild indris to measure distance between their lips frame by frame. The higher the note, the wider the lemur opened its mouth. The authors propose that they may be tuning their vocal tracts in a way analogous to trained human singers.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Sometimes referred to as "lesser apes," gibbons are small acrobatic apes that dwell high in the canopy of tropical and subtropical rainforests across East, South, and Southeast Asia. Known for their extraordinary, complex songs, they are crucial to reforesting their ecosystems. youtu.be/uEct1wVggwQ

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Gibbons—Singing Apes

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Geoffroy's dwarf lemur (Cheirogaleus major). Found in northeastern & western central Madagascar. In times of plenty, they store fat in their tails; in times of lack, they become torpid, slow their bodily functions, and live off their fat stores. Threatened by habitat loss and hunting. Vulnerable.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Orangutans of Borneo and Sumatra are masters of the trees and symbols of rainforest life. With most of their habitat lost and populations slow to recover, they’re now critically endangered — but with protection, there’s still hope for their future. youtu.be/usiZwp-D-sU

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Orangutans—Asia's "People of the Forest"

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Silky sifakas (Propithecus candidus) are native to a very restricted range in northeastern Madagascar. One of the rarest and most threatened sifaka species. Females mate only one day a year, in late Dec or early Jan. Threatened by slash-and-burn agriculture and hunting. Critically Endangered.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Step into the shoes of a detective and uncover the hidden ways your favorite sweet treats can impact rainforests and their wildlife. Enjoy engaging videos that guide you through five mission steps to solve each challenge. neprimateconservancy.org/disappearing-habitat-candy-culprit

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Dian's tarsiers (Tarsius dentatus) are native to Sulawesi. Nocturnal, arboreal, and social. Just before dawn, they sing territorial duets before returning to their sleeping sites. Threatened by habitat loss, agricultural pesticides, and predation by domestic animals. Vulnerable.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Working on a school project about primates or primate conservation? Planning an informational or fundraising booth for your school fair? Many students ask us the same question, so we’ve put together these helpful suggestions. neprimateconservancy.org/spreading-the-word/

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Chimpanzees are full of surprises. Explore the remarkable diversity of chimpanzees living across equatorial Africa and discover how different environments have influenced their lives, behaviors, and adaptations. youtu.be/DaWybcayPGo

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Chimpanzees: Unexpected Diversity

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Indochinese gray langurs (Trachypithecus crepusculus) are NOT “gray langurs” in the Semnopithecus genus, but rather lutungs in the Trachypithecus genus. Native to China, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. Threatened by habitat loss, hunting, and trapping. Endangered.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

In this video, discover how gorillas' powerful bodies influence the way they move, what they eat, how they live, and how they survive in the forests of Africa. Learn about their unique adaptations, social lives, and the conservation challenges they face in the wild. youtu.be/XccY_-sxiLg

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Gorillas—Why Size Matters

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Azara's capuchins (Sapajus cay), also called the hooded capuchin or yellow-bearded capuchin, are native to Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay. They live in a wide variety of landscapes and thrive in primary forests. Threatened by habitat loss, hunting, and wildlife trafficking. Vulnerable.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Bonobos share nearly 99% of our DNA — yet their peaceful, cooperative societies challenge many assumptions about primate behavior. Found only in the rainforests of the Congo Basin, they are among the world’s most endangered great apes. youtu.be/yH0f2VfoN9Y

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Bonobos—Peaceful Great Apes

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Green monkeys (Chlorocebus sabaeus), also sabaeus monkeys, are native to West Africa, spanning eleven countries across a wide range of habitats. Humans are their greatest threat as they are hunted as bushmeat, to protect crops, and for the live animal trade. Listed as Least Concern.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Discover the common characteristics that connect Africa's great apes. This overview explores their shared adaptations, behaviors, and ecological importance before taking a closer look at each species in dedicated videos. youtu.be/Fw0whc3Wt5Y

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Africa's Great Apes—The Traits That Unite Them

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Spectacled lesser galagos (Galago matschiei) are native to Burundi, DR Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. Arboreal and nocturnal, with a diet of insects, fruits, flowers, and tree gums. Widespread, common, and present in several well-protected areas. Photo: © Yvonne A. de Jong/iNaturalist/CCby4.0

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Conservation education is not about teaching wildlife to understand humans. It is about helping humans better understand wildlife. The more we learn about how animals actually live, communicate, and respond to their environments, the less likely we are to mistake fiction for reality.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Sibree's dwarf lemurs (Cheirogaleus sibreei) are native to eastern Madagascar. Found at high elevations in cooler temperatures. In some regions, they hibernate underground up to 7 months. Threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation. Critically Endangered. Photo: ©Fran Wiesner/iNaturalistCCby4.0

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Use the 7-Step Scientific Method to investigate the shared evolutionary history of primates, including humans. This engaging lesson highlights our interconnected journey through evolution and underscores the important role each species plays in the intricate web of Earth’s biodiversity.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Natuna Island surilis (Presbytis natunae ), also called Natuna leaf monkeys, are confined to Bunguran Island in the northern Natuna Islands. Threatened by ongoing degradation and destruction of their habitats and capture for the pet trade. Listed as Vulnerable.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Guenons: A Study in Patterns and Colors Within this group of African monkeys, patterns and colors vary in striking ways. What purpose do these markings serve? This short video takes a closer look. youtu.be/x3UmkCLyjn4

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Guenons—A Study in Patterns and Colors

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Grauer's gorillas (Gorilla beringei graueri), a subspecies of the eastern gorilla, are endemic to the DR Congo in fragmented populations that occur over a wide altitudinal range. Threatened by illegal poaching, habitat loss, forest fragmentation, and civil unrest. Listed as Critically Endangered.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Biodiversity is the cornerstone of life and one of Nature’s greatest strategies for survival! Learn about Earth’s living organisms, including Genetic, Species, and Ecosystem Diversity, and Biodiversity Hotspots. This 3rd lesson in our "What is Nature?" series. New Educators' Guides for grade bands.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Likwelis (Colobus congoensis) are endemic to a restricted range in east-central DRC. Spotted in 2008, raising eyebrows. Not observed again until 2018. Further study confirmed its unique status. Announced in July 2026. Conservation Status Not Evaluated. Photo: ©Daniel Rosengren/CCby4.0

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Finding the right lesson just got easier! Primates and the Living Earth: Lessons and Activities in Biodiversity and Conservation can now be explored by grade band—from elementary through high school. neprimateconservancy.org/lessons-by-grade-bands-overview/

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Colombian night monkeys (Aotus lemurinus), also called gray-bellied and lemurine night or owl monkeys, are native to Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador. Socially monogamous, they live in small groups of adult pairs and offspring of varying ages. Threatened by habitat forest fragmentation. Vulnerable.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We’re delighted to celebrate "Primates: A Kinship with All Creatures", the stunning new book by award-winning photographer Lennette Newell. NEPC is especially proud that our founder and president, Debra Curtin, contributed the foreword.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Dive into the world of pollinator, emphasizing how cross-pollination supports ecosystem recovery and resilience. Explore the adaptations plants use to attract pollinators and the factors that influence which flowers pollinators prefer. neprimateconservancy.org/lesson-2-pollination-introduction/

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Angolan colobus monkeys (Colobus angolensis) are native to a fragmented range from Nigeria to Tanzania and Gabon to Ethiopia. Adapted in every way to leap and soar through trees. They consume leaves too toxic for other species. Threatened by hunting and habitat loss and degradation. Vulnerable

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Part of our "What is Nature?" series, this lesson features food chains and energy flow. Key learning points highlight the intricate connections within ecosystems and how nutrients and energy cycle through them. Understanding these concepts is essential for protecting the natural world.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Northern plains gray langurs (Semnopithecus entellus) are also called Bengal Hanuman langurs and sacred langurs. Traditionally considered sacred, they now raid crops and pilfer food from homes and businesses as they lose habitat, leaving them on the losing end of resulting conflicts. Least Concern.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Explore the hidden connections that make life on Earth possible. Through engaging videos, lessons, and activities, discover how food chains, energy flow, pollination, and biodiversity work together to support healthy ecosystems—and why understanding nature is the first step toward protecting it.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Moore's woolly lemurs (Avahi mooreorum) are endemic to northeastern Madagascar. Living in groups of up to 4; solitary individuals are observed in disturbed areas, whereas pairs are observed in undisturbed habitats. Threatened by habitat loss and high levels of subsistence hunting. Endangered.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Geladas are large, terrestrial primates found only in the Ethiopian highlands. With distinct physical and behavioral characteristics, such as their unique grass-eating lifestyle, they form complex societies governed by communication, cooperation, and subtle social bonds. youtu.be/xXat_mm30lE

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Geladas—Life High on the Cliffs of Ethiopia

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Guianan weeper capuchins (Cebus olivaceus), also called wedge-capped capuchins, are native to Brazil, French Guiana, and Guyana. Omnivores; their diets are equal parts plants, fruits, and invertebrates. Widespread and abundant in their range. Least Concern.

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New England Primate Conservancy @neprimateconsrv.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Meet award-winning photographer Lennette Newell, whose striking images invite us to look more closely at our primate relatives—and to consider how art and visual storytelling can inspire compassion and conservation. neprimateconservancy.org/meet-lennette-newell/

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