Golden snub-nosed monkey (Rhinopithecus roxellana)

Species information

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Threats

It was once thought that the fur of Rhinopithecus species could prevent rheumatism, and Manchu officials were the only people allowed to wear the pelts. Hunting for the pelts continues to this day, and other parts of the monkeys are used in traditional ‘medicines’ (2). These monkeys are also hunted for their meat (5). Furthermore, habitat loss is a great and on-going problem (1).

Conservation

This endearing primate is found in a number of protected areas, including Baihe Nature Reserve, Foping Nature Reserve, Shennongjia Nature Reserve and Wanglang Nature Reserve (1). The golden snub-nosed monkey is also listed on Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) meaning that international trade in this species is prohibited (4).