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New Gray-Shanked Douc Langur Subpopulation Discovered in Vietnam

6/10/2025

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In Quang Nam province, Vietnam, researchers have uncovered a new subpopulation of the critically endangered gray-shanked douc langurs, with fewer than 2,400 left in the wild. This discovery underscores the urgent need for innovative conservation efforts, emphasizing habitat restoration and community engagement to combat the looming threats of deforestation and hunting.

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Story summary

In Quang Nam province, Vietnam, researchers have uncovered a new subpopulation of the critically endangered gray-shanked douc langurs, with fewer than 2,400 left in the wild. This discovery underscores the urgent need for innovative conservation efforts, emphasizing habitat restoration and community engagement to combat the looming threats of deforestation and hunting.