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Pileated gibbons are known as frugivores, meaning that they mostly eat fruit. They don’t have to travel very far to find ripe fruits to eat. Figs make up over 1/4 of a gibbon’s diet.

Did you Know?

Pileated gibbons are known for their ``duets`` which are distinct calls begun by the female. The male gibbon joins the female's ``great call`` with a shorter grouping of calls part way through the duet. Usually, these duets take place in the morning!

Quick Facts

Latin Name:
Hylobates pileatus

Range:
Southeastern Thailand, Northwestern Cambodia, and Southwestern Laos

Length:
1.5-2ft

Zoo Location:
Jungle Trails

Diet:
Fruit, leaves, flowers, insects

Risk Status:
IUCN Endangered