Best Months to Spot
Most sightings recorded in Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.
Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces a very high risk of extinction in the wild.
The toque macaque faces threats from habitat loss due to agriculture and infrastructure development, as well as hunting for traditional medicine and the pet trade. While specific recovery programs are limited, ongoing habitat protection efforts in national parks and reserves indirectly benefit the species. Responsible safari tourism helps by providing economic incentives for local communities to protect wildlife and their habitats, and by raising awareness about the importance of conservation.
The toque macaque is a reddish-brown-coloured Old World monkey endemic to Sri Lanka, where it is known as the or rilawa, . Its name refers to the whorl of hair at the crown of the head, reminiscent of a brimless toque cap.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Toque Macaque. Sightings recorded in 44 safari areas total.
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