Conservation Efforts for the Celebes Crested Macaque

The text is about the Celebes crested macaque, also known as the crested black macaque, a species of Old World monkey native to the Indonesian island of Sulawesi. The macaque has distinct physical features, a frugivorous diet, and complex group behavior. The species faces threats from hunting, habitat destruction, and population decline. Conservation efforts, such as the Selamatkan Yaki program, and research projects aim to protect and study this critically endangered species.

• The text provides information about the physical characteristics, ecology, group behavior, and human interactions of the Celebes crested macaque.
• It highlights the threats faced by the species, including hunting, habitat destruction, and declining population density.
• Conservation efforts and research projects, such as the Selamatkan Yaki program and the Macaca Nigra Project, are mentioned as initiatives to protect and study the species.