Hylobates facts for kids
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The genus Hylobates is one of the four genera of gibbons. It is the most widespread type of gibbon; there are six or seven species. Individuals in this genus are characterized by 44 chromosomes and often have a ring of white fur around their faces.
Species
- Hylobates lar
- Hylobates agilis
- Hylobates albibarbis
- Hylobates muelleri
- Hylobates moloch
- Hylobates pileatus
- Hylobates klossii
See also
In Spanish: Gibones para niños
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