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Golden Monkeys

Short answer: The golden snub-nosed monkey (Rhinopithecus roxellana) is an Old World monkey of the mountain forests of central and southwest China. It has golden-orange fur, a pale blue face and a short, upturned nose.

It lives at about 1,500 to 3,400 m, where winters bring snow, and eats lichens, leaves, bark, buds and seeds. Groups are organized as small units, each with one male, several females and young, which join together in large bands. The species is listed as Endangered. The footage shows golden snub-nosed monkeys in snowy forests, with the presenter.

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What should you know about Golden Monkeys?

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  1. It lives in central and southwest China.

    DD-161-F01 · Write-up · Exhibit A (China)

  2. It has golden-orange fur and a blue face.

    DD-161-F02 · Write-up · Exhibit B (Golden fur)

Video transcript: Golden Monkeys: Golden Snub-Nosed Monkeys Survive Snowy Mountain Forests

Golden Monkeys also known as golden snub nosed monkeys are captivating primates native to the mountainous forests of central and southwest China. Recognized for their unique appearance. DID YOU KNOW? These monkeys have a distinctive golden-orange fur coat contrasting with a dark face and upturned nostrils. Living at high altitudes often above 3,000 meters they've adapted to the challenging conditions of their habitat. Golden monkeys have complex social structures they live in tight-knit groups led by a dominant and their daily activities involve grooming, playing, and foraging for a varied diet that includes lichens, leaves, and NOW YOU KNOW!

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The write-up

Golden snub-nosed monkeys survive snowy mountain forests. Their upturned noses give them their name.

  1. Exhibit A

    China

    It lives in central and southwest China.

  2. Exhibit B

    Golden fur

    It has golden-orange fur and a blue face.

  3. Exhibit C

    Altitude

    It lives at about 1,500 to 3,400 m.

  4. Exhibit D

    Lichens

    Its diet includes lichens and leaves.

  5. Exhibit E

    Endangered

    It's listed as Endangered.

Questions people ask about Golden Monkeys

Where do golden snub-nosed monkeys live?

Mountain forests.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (China) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

What color is the face?

With golden fur.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Golden fur) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

What altitude range do they live in?

Snowy winters.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Altitude) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

What's an unusual winter food?

Plus leaves and bark.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Lichens) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

What is its status?

IUCN listing.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Endangered) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

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  1. Where do golden snub-nosed monkeys live?

    1. China
    2. Brazil
    3. Madagascar
    4. Mexico
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    Answer: A. China Mountain forests. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (China) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

  2. What color is the face?

    1. Pale blue
    2. Bright red
    3. Black
    4. Green
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    Answer: A. Pale blue With golden fur. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Golden fur) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

  3. What altitude range do they live in?

    1. About 1,500 to 3,400 m
    2. Sea level only
    3. Above 8,000 m
    4. Underground
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    Answer: A. About 1,500 to 3,400 m Snowy winters. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Altitude) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

  4. What's an unusual winter food?

    1. Lichens
    2. Fish
    3. Insects only
    4. Honey
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    Answer: A. Lichens Plus leaves and bark. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Lichens) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

  5. What is its status?

    1. Endangered
    2. Extinct
    3. Domesticated
    4. Least Concern
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    Answer: A. Endangered IUCN listing. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Endangered) · Wikipedia: Golden snub-nosed monkey

Cite this case file

Easterling, Marcus. "Golden Monkeys." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-161, last updated Jan 4, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/golden-monkeys/

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