northern white-cheeked gibbon

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hewan)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Mammalia (mamalia)

Order

Primates (Primata)

Family

Hylobatidae

Genus

Nomascus

Species

Nomascus leucogenys (northern white-cheeked gibbon)

Names in Other Languages

French Gibbon à favoris blancs du Nord

Vietnamese vượn bạc má

Similar Species in Nomascus

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black crested gibbon

Nomascus concolor

Critically Endangered

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yellow-cheeked gibbon

Nomascus gabriellae

Endangered

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southern white-cheeked gibbon

Nomascus siki

Critically Endangered

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eastern black crested gibbon

Nomascus nasutus

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of northern white-cheeked gibbon?

The scientific name of northern white-cheeked gibbon is Nomascus leucogenys. It belongs to the genus Nomascus.

What is the conservation status of northern white-cheeked gibbon?

northern white-cheeked gibbon (Nomascus leucogenys) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does northern white-cheeked gibbon belong to?

northern white-cheeked gibbon (Nomascus leucogenys) belongs to the genus Nomascus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hylobatidae.

Is northern white-cheeked gibbon endangered?

Yes, northern white-cheeked gibbon (Nomascus leucogenys) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does northern white-cheeked gibbon belong to?

northern white-cheeked gibbon (Nomascus leucogenys) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of northern white-cheeked gibbon?

The closest relatives of northern white-cheeked gibbon in the genus Nomascus include black crested gibbon, yellow-cheeked gibbon, southern white-cheeked gibbon, eastern black crested gibbon.