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Western Hoolock Gibbon
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About this species
India's only ape and one of its most endangered primates, the Western Hoolock Gibbon fills Northeast India's forests with haunting duet calls at dawn. Pairs swing acrobatically through the forest canopy. Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam — named after this species — is the most accessible location for sightings. Hear and see Hoolock Gibbons in Assam. India's only ape — dawn chorus safaris, conservation status, and wildlife tour guides.
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When and Where to Photograph Western Hoolock Gibbon
India's only ape and one of its most endangered primates, the Western Hoolock Gibbon fills Northeast India's forests with haunting duet calls at dawn. Pairs swing acrobatically through the forest canopy. Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam — named after this species — is the most accessible location for sightings. Hear and see Hoolock Gibbons in Assam. India's only ape — dawn chorus safaris, conservation status, and wildlife tour guides.
Plan field days around Jan–Dec: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in Namdapha National Park.