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Slow Loris

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Nycticebus

Also known as: Kukang

The slow loris is a small nocturnal primate with enormous eyes, the only venomous primate in the world with toxic bites.

slow loris big eyes staring, venomous primate with adorable appearance, forest canopy

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Amazing Facts

1

Slow lorises are the only venomous primates - their lick can cause dangerous swelling and even death to predators

2

Their venom comes from glands near their elbows, which they lick to activate before delivering a toxic bite

3

Slow lorises can move silently through trees without disturbing any leaves, making them nearly invisible to prey and predators

About Slow Loris

The slow loris is a small nocturnal primate with enormous eyes, the only venomous primate in the world with toxic bites.

Slow lorises are the only venomous primates - their lick can cause dangerous swelling and even death to predators

Quick Stats

Location
Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam)
Lifespan
20-25 years
Size
10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Weight
1-4.5 pounds (0.5-2 kg)

Habitat

Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia

Diet

Small animals, fruits, tree gum, and insects

Did you know?

Slow lorises are the only venomous primates - their lick can cause dangerous swelling and even death to predators

Slow Loris - Random Animal Facts & Information

Scientifically known as Nycticebus, the Slow Loris is a fascinating creature that inhabits Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam). These remarkable animals are known for slow lorises are the only venomous primates - their lick can cause dangerous swelling and even death to predators

Random Animal to Draw: The Slow Loris is perfect for drawing inspiration with its unique characteristics. Artists love to capture the slow loris's distinctive features in their artwork. In their natural habitat of Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia, Slow Loriss thrive by maintaining a diet consisting of small animals, fruits, tree gum, and insects.

Fun Facts: Slow lorises are the only venomous primates - their lick can cause dangerous swelling and even death to predators Their venom comes from glands near their elbows, which they lick to activate before delivering a toxic bite Slow lorises can move silently through trees without disturbing any leaves, making them nearly invisible to prey and predators With an average lifespan of 20-25 years, these animals typically reach sizes of 10-15 inches (25-38 cm) and weigh approximately 1-4.5 pounds (0.5-2 kg).

The conservation status of Slow Loris is currently classified as Endangered, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts to protect these magnificent creatures and their natural habitats.

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