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Gibbons live in the evergreen tropical rainforests and monsoon forests of Laos, Vietnam and southern China. They are arboreal and spend most of their time in the forest canopy. Northern White-cheeked gibbons are endangered, primarily due to habitat loss and poaching.

Quick Facts

Habitat:
Tropical forest

Height:
1.5 to 2ft

Lifespan:
About 28 years

Zoo Location:
Jungle Trails

Diet:
Leaves, fruits, flowers and insects

Risk Status:
IUCN Endangered