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Macaca radiata

Macaca radiata,Bonnet Macaque

The scientific name of the crested macaque is Macaca radiata, and its foreign name is Bonnet Macaque. It is a kind of macaque in southern India. It is agile and sometimes goes to orchards and food stores to grab food.Listed in the "World Conservation Union" (IUCN) ver.: 2008 Red List of Pr

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Scientific Name Macaca radiata,Bonnet Macaque
Length 35-60cm
Weight 4-6.7kg
Lifespan No verification information
IUCN Status LC
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    The scientific name of the crested macaque is Macaca radiata, and its foreign name is Bonnet Macaque. It is a kind of macaque in southern India. It is agile and sometimes goes to orchards and food stores to grab food.

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    Listed in the "World Conservation Union" (IUCN) ver.: 2008 Red List of Primates - Low Concern (LC).


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    Key characteristics, appearance, and habitat information.

    Traits & Behavior

    It gets its name from the thick and long hair on its head that resembles a hat.

    Appearance

    The coat is light grey-brown, the face is bare, and pink. The body length is about 35 to 60 cm, not including its long tail. The adult female weighs about 4 kg, and the male weighs 6.7 kg.

    Distribution & Habitat

    Distributed in India.
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