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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

Where does the gibbon live?

The gibbons live in Thailand, veitnam, and south east asia. Ussually in rainforests. Did you know that the gibbons spends only 1 % of it's life on the ground and 99% swinging from tree to tree.

Where do the gibbon apes come from?

Gibbons live in India, China, and South East Asia. Apes are originally from Africa, though.

Why is a gibbon ape called a gibbon what is the origin of the name?

Gibbous (moon for example) means hunchback or bump. It is possible that English explorers first encountering gibbons noted their hunched posture - relative to that of men, and gave them the name

How fast can a gibbon move?

Gibbons are the fastest tree dwellers that are unable to fly.

They can swing from branch to branch up to 56 km/h (or 35 mph).

What is a young tiercel called?

To clarify one point, 'tiercel' is not a species name. It's a falconry term for a male falcon or hawk. The falconry term for a falcon or hawk chick is 'eyas', sometimes spelled 'eyass'. It is not gender-specific.

Where can you buy gibbon monkey?

Gibbons R Us. Or Gibbons Gibbons Gibbons, If you want an older gibbon you can got to SecondHandGibbon.

Are there drawings of gibbon body parts?

Yes, there are numerous scientific illustrations and drawings of gibbon body parts, often found in biological texts, field guides, and research articles. These drawings typically include detailed representations of their skeletal structure, musculature, and other anatomical features to aid in the study of their biology and behavior. Artists and scientists often collaborate to create accurate depictions that enhance our understanding of these primates.

How many species of gibbon are there?

there are 4 species the lowland gorillas, the cross river gorillas, the nigerian/cameroonian gorilas; the mountain gorillas.

What type of environment does a white handed gibbon live in?

Range countries: North Sumatra, Malay Peninsula, Thailand, Laos, Burma.

Habitat types: primary and secondary tropical rainforests and dry deciduous forests, up to 2400 meter high, but mostly in lowland 100%.

A list of the twelve different types of gibbon monkeys?

12 types of gibbons lar gibbon, kloss gibbon, millard gibbon, pleated gibbon, rare white cheeked gibbon,molach gibbon check the rest your self u lazy people!

Is the gibbon related to a apes?

Gibbons (Family Hylobatidae) are classified as Lesser Apes.

What is better an alpaca or a gibbon?

depends on which way you look at it.

the gibbon fur is of far less value than that of the alpaca. Not even 1% of the alpaca.


so if it is purely for making the dollar, go alpaca go.


however, the gibbon will provide any budding zookeeper with hours of entertainment and companionship.


note, the alpaca is also a very charming animal and so the real answer to this question is


gibbon=alpaca.


you could get the gibbons to shave the alpacas and then you wouldn't have to pay someone else. and the gibbons would learn about hard work and stuff.


note, the alpaca could be used as a guard animal for the gibbons and yourself.


happy alpacgibboning!

Can a gibbon fly?

depends on how hard you throw it