Phayre's leaf monkey, or Phayre's langur (Trachypithecus phayrei), is an endangered primate found in Southeast Asia, particularly in India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. They are recognizable by their grayish-brown coat and expressive faces, this folivorous monkey consumes leaves, fruits, and flowers. Social and arboreal, they live in small troops led by a dominant male.

 

This film is part of ‘Stories from the Ground: Northeast India,’ a film series by The Habitats Trust and Dusty Foot Production, featuring 50 shorts by local filmmakers that celebrate the culture, traditions, and biodiversity of the region.