25 Most Endangered Primates Report Spurs Vital Conservation Action
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📰 The quick summary: A new report highlights the 25 most endangered primates across four global regions, aiming to spur conservation efforts and save species like the Cross River gorilla and Madame Berthe’s mouse lemur from extinction.
📈 One key stat: Nearly two-thirds of all primates face extinction risk, including 100 species that have only been described by science in the last 25 years.
💬 One key quote: “Since its inception 25 years ago, the Top 25 list has made a significant contribution to primate conservation, highlighting those species in greatest need and often stimulating major conservation measures such as the creation of new protected areas and increased funding for the target species,” said Russell Mittermeier, a renowned US primatologist.
1️⃣ The big picture: Conservation organizations recently released their latest “Primates in Peril” report, spotlighting the 25 most endangered primate species worldwide. The list features nine primates from Asia, six from the Americas, six from the African mainland, and four from Madagascar. Species like the Cross River gorilla and the Tapanuli orangutan face extremely low population numbers, with only 250 and 800 individuals remaining respectively. Several primates, including the Sahafary sportive lemur and Myanmar snub-nosed monkey, appear on this critical list for the first time. The report strategically highlights these species to generate conservation action across different regions.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: The strategic inclusion of certain species in previous reports has already delivered positive results, as seen with Brazil’s pied tamarin which received a new wildlife refuge in 2024. For the Cross River gorilla, conservation efforts in Nigeria have reduced hunting and poaching threats. The endangered species list influences not just policymakers but also attracts new scientists to study and protect these primates. The report’s impact extends beyond awareness, translating into habitat protection, funding increases, and conservation initiatives for critically endangered populations. This collaborative approach between the IUCN, International Primatological Society, and Re:wild channels global expertise toward saving these remarkable animals.
3️⃣ What’s next: Focus must shift toward preserving the tropical rainforest habitats where 90% of primates live. Creating more protected sanctuaries for endangered primates remains a top priority for conservation groups. Indigenous stewardship can play a vital role in protecting these threatened species and their ecosystems.
Read the full story here: Mongabay – Top 25 most threatened primates highlighted in new report urging action
