World’s only venomous primate lost to science for 90 years resurfaces in unbelievable place
A venomous primate thought extinct for 90 years is alive again, sparking urgent conservation focus.
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After nearly nine decades without a confirmed sighting, the Bangka slow loris — the world’s only venomous primate — has been documented alive in Indonesia, reviving hopes for a species once feared extinct. Its survival hinges on rapid action to protect habitats that now intersect with human gardens and roadways.
Reuters reported the rediscovery, while Phys.org noted the animal’s presence on roads and in residential gardens across the archipelago. Gizmodo described individuals sneaking into homes, and Qazinform highlighted its critically endangered status.
The New York Post framed the find as “unbelievable” given the primate’s long absence, underscoring the surprising proximity of wild specimens to human dwellings. Monitoring of human‑wildlife interactions will be crucial as sightings continue in populated areas, shaping the next steps for conservation programs.
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Feared extinct, Bangka slow loris primate rediscovered in IndonesiaReuters · 14h ago
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World’s only venomous primate lost to science for 90 years resurfaces in unbelievable placeNew York Post · 14h ago
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What species was rediscovered?
The Bangka slow loris, the world’s only venomous primate, was documented after decades of no scientific records.
How long had the species been missing from scientific documentation?
Scientific records had not confirmed the Bangka slow loris for approximately 89 to 90 years.
Where have the recent sightings occurred?
Recent sightings have been reported in gardens, on roads and inside homes across Indonesia.
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