SIAMANGS

Quick Facts about Siamangs:

  • Siamangs are territorial and defend their territory with daily calls or bark-like vocalizations, using their throat sacs.
  • Siamangs are highly intelligent, each having their own distinct character and personality.
  • Siamangs live in small family groups.
  • Siamangs walk with their arms over their head for balance due to lack of strength in their legs.

Did you know that our female Siamang, Suni, is an excellent mom? She birthed and raised two young (one of which is at the El Paso Zoo, named Adi) and is now a foster mom to the spunky 2-year-old, Deja!

Conservation Status:  Endangered
El Paso Zoo Location:  Asia