Pongo Pygmaeus (Noun)
Meaning
Large long-armed ape of Borneo and Sumatra having arboreal habits.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The pongo pygmaeus is native to the tropical rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra, where it spends most of its time in the trees.
- Pongo pygmaeus is listed as critically endangered due to habitat loss and poaching, with conservation efforts underway to protect the species.
- In the wild, pongo pygmaeus can be found in small groups, led by a dominant male, and are known for their intelligent and social behavior.
- Researchers have been studying the pongo pygmaeus in its natural habitat, learning more about its behavior, diet, and habitat needs.
- The pongo pygmaeus is also known as the orangutan, and is the largest arboreal animal on Earth, with adults reaching up to five feet in length.