Philippine Tarsier

Description:

The Philippine tarsier (Tarsius syrichta), known locally as "mawmag" in Cebuano/Visayan and "mamag" in Luzon, is an endangered species of tarsier endemic to the Philippines. It is found in the southeastern part of the archipelago, particularly in the islands of Bohol, Samar, Leyte and Mindanao. It is a member of the approximately 45 million year old family Tarsiidae, whose name is derived from its elongated "tarsus" or ankle bone. It measures only about 85 to 160 millimetres (3.35 to 6.30 in) in height, making it one of the smallest primates.

Habitat:

Its habitat includes tropical rainforest with dense vegetation and trees that offer it protection like tall grasses, bushes and bamboo shoots. It prefers dense, low-level vegetation in secondary forests, with perching sites averaging 2 meters above the ground.