Schleich Proboscis Monkey

Description

The Proboscis Monkey from Schleich Wild Life has a unique feature that immediately catches your eye: A large, pear-shaped nose.

The Proboscis Monkey from Schleich Wild Life is a primate that lives in rain forests and mangrove forests on the Asian island of Borneo. The males have a strikingly large nose that can be up to 4″ (10 cm) long. But they dont have a strong sense of smell. Researchers believe that it is used to impress females. Proboscis Monkeys are day-active mammals who live in small groups and feed on leaves and fruits.

• Fun Fact: Amongst primates, Proboscis Monkeys are the best swimmers. They can even dive well.
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