September 11, 2024 10:48 AM

Golden Langurs in Assam face population decline amid loss of habitat

The golden langur, a rare primate species endemic to the Indo-Bhutan border region, is facing a severe threat of extinction due to rapid habitat loss and deforestation in Assam, according to recent research findings. Dr. Jihosuo Biswas, a senior primatologist at the Primate Research Centre Northeast India, reports that over half of India's golden langur's habitat has disappeared in recent decades. This loss is particularly pronounced in the southern part of its distribution range, specifically ...