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Gibbons

This category covers questions about members of the family Hylobatidae, commonly known as Lesser Apes. All things pertaining to Gibbons, Lars, and Siamangs may be found here.

286 Questions

How do gibbons adapt?

Very well, actually. Martin, a gibbon at the Perth Zoo, has successfuly imitated a clown for bananas, much to the amusement of his fellow gibbons and onlookers. He can successfuly ride a unicycle for 15 seconds without tripping, and is currently learning to juggle. An accident involving chainsaws soon put him in hospital, but he is making a quick recovery. Cirque Du Soleil is hoping to include him in one of their trapeze acts, but the zoo owners said "No. He will literally rip your face off."

What is the gibbons habitat and range?

Gibbons primarily inhabit tropical and subtropical forests across Southeast Asia, including countries such as Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam. They are arboreal, meaning they live in trees and are adapted to a life in the canopy, where they swing between branches. Their range often extends from the lowland rainforests to mountainous regions, but they are sensitive to habitat loss due to deforestation and human encroachment.

Do amethystine python eat silvery gibbons?

Even for a python, gibbons are a bit too big.

How much do gibbons weigh?

Gibbons reach an average weight of 5.5 kg and a length of 40 to 60 cm. Like all gibbons they are tailless. But sometimes gibbons is some part of different apes, so it may be different weight.

What are the songs that Orlando gibbons wrote?

Orlando Gibbons, a prominent English composer of the Renaissance, is best known for his sacred choral music, including the well-known anthem "This Is the Record of John." He also composed many other anthems such as "O Clap Your Hands" and "See, See the Word Is Incarnate." Additionally, Gibbons wrote various instrumental pieces, including consort music and keyboard works, notable for their intricate counterpoint and melodic beauty. His contributions significantly shaped the English choral tradition.

Do gibbons move fast or slow?

Gibbons can travel very fast through the jungle canopy. They have been known to travel at up to 35 miles per hour. Gibbons are able to do this thanks to their exceptionally long arms.

What is case of Gibbons v. Proctor?

In Gibbons and Proctor (1918) a child's father and his mistress failed to feed the child, so that in the end it died of starvation: they were guilty of murder.

What is a Gibbons prey?

Gibbons eat mostly fruit and leaves.

Different types of gibbons?

the lar gibbon, kloss gibbon,molach gibbon,millared gibbon, pleated gibbon