The Proboscis Monkey from Schleich WILD LIFE has a unique feature that immediately catches your eye: A large, pear-shaped nose. The Proboscis Monkey from Schleich WILD LIFE is a primate that lives in rainforests and mangrove forests on the Asian island of Borneo. The males have a strikingly large nose that can be up to 10 cm long. But they don’t have a strong sense of smell. Researchers believe that it is used to impress females. Proboscis Monkeys are day-active mammals who live in small groups and feed on leaves and fruits. The Proboscis Monkey from Schleich WILD LIFE is a primate that lives in rainforests and mangrove forests on the Asian island of Borneo. The males have a strikingly large nose that can be up to 10 cm long. But they dont have a strong sense of smell. Researchers believe that it is used to impress females. Proboscis Monkeys are day-active mammals who live in small groups and feed on leaves and fruits. Information Product Code is 14846 Theme Safari Product Type Figurines Franchise Wild Life is this item a choking hazard None Primary habitat Swamp Forest, Subtropical Forest Scientific name Nasalis larvatus Global home Asia FUN FACT : Amongst primates, Proboscis Monkeys are the best swimmers. They can even e well. Suites Ages 3-8 Schleich figurines are modelled in the finest detail to help children learn while they play. This item is part of the WILD LIFE Theme world and is suitable for children aged 3-8