Be sure to check out NEPC's July Newsletter: Meet the tarsier—a tiny nocturnal primate with enormous eyes, extraordinary hunting skills, and a surprising role in reshaping how scientists classify the entire primate order. We hope you enjoy it! mailchi.mp/3074515b10ee...

Eastern chimpanzees are native to Rwanda, DR Congo, Tanzania, and Uganda. The smallest of the common chimpanzee subspecies; distinguished by more rounded heads, more subtle brow ridges, and shorter limbs. Threatened by hunting, illegal trade, habitat loss, and disease. Endangered.

Explore the world of primates, from their habitats and behaviors to their daily lives, in this engaging video series. These youth-friendly videos offer insights into primates, conservation efforts, and ways that anyone can make a difference. neprimateconservancy.org/discovering-primates/

Black-capped capuchins (Sapajus apella) are native to Bolivia, Colombia, French Guiana, Ecuador, Guyana, Brazil, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela. They craft rocks and sticks into tools to open nut shells. Sometimes females pelt rocks at males to capture their attention—also tool use. Widespread.

Animals are built for survival. Every animal has features that help them live in the wild. Scientists call the relationship between a body part and what it does structure and function. Explore two very different primates and reveal how their body features help them survive where they live.

Tapanuli orangutans (Pongo tapanuliensis) are confined to the mountainous Batang Toru region of Sumatra. Recognized as a distinct species in late 2017. Considered the most ancient of the three orangutan species. Threatened by habitat conversion, forest fragmentation, and illegal killing.

Working on a school project about primates or primate conservation? Planning an informational or fundraising booth for your school fair? Unsure where to start? Many students ask us the same question, so we’ve put together these helpful suggestions. neprimateconservancy.org/spreading-the-word/

Gray-cheeked mangabeys (Lophocebus albigena), also called white-cheeked mangabeys, range throughout central Africa. Primarily fruit- and seed-eaters, they prefer the forest canopy and occasionally descend to the forest floor to forage. Threatened by hunting and human expansion. Listed as Vulnerable.

Step into the shoes of a detective and uncover the hidden ways your favorite sweet treats can impact rainforests and their wildlife. Enjoy engaging videos that guide you through five mission steps to solve each challenge. neprimateconservancy.org/disappearing-habitat-candy-culprit/

Red-capped mangabeys (Cerocebus torquatus), also called collared or white-collared mangabeys, are native West Africa. They disperse seeds and pollen that regenerate forests. Their forests are being modified for agriculture. Threatened by severe habitat loss and hunting. Endangered.

Red-fronted brown lemurs (Eulemur rufifrons), also called Bennett's brown lemurs, are endemic to Madagascar's western dry tropical forests and the moist forests of the east. Sexually dichromatic, males and females exhibit different coloring. Threatened by habitat loss and hunting. Vulnerable.

Blond Titi

Southern lesser galagos (Galago moholi), also called Mohol bushbabies and South African galagos, are widely distributed across portions of Central, East, and South Africa. Small nocturnal tree-dwellers, they enjoy a wide range of habitats. Populations are stable.

Lesula. Learn more: neprimateconservancy.org/lesula/

Use the 7-Step Scientific Method to investigate the shared evolutionary history of primates. Follow our interconnected journey through evolution, underscoring the role each species plays in the intricate web of Earth’s biodiversity. neprimateconservancy.org/intro-evolutionary-family-tree/

Coppery titis (Callicebus cupreus), also called red titis, are native to Peru and Brazil. They live in family groups of 2-5; fathers are the primary infant caregivers. Because they live in isolated regions, they face no major threats. Impacted by hunting and the pet trade. Least Concern.

Hose's Langur

Preuss's monkey

Colombian white-throated capuchins (Cebus capucinus), also called white-faced and white-headed capuchins, are native to Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador. They fashion tools and demonstrate knowledge of herbal medicine. Threatened by habitat degradation and capture for the pet trade. Vulnerable.

Common brown lemurs (Eulemur fulvus) are found 3 populations in Madagascar. Cathemeral, they are active both day and night. They eat fruit, flowers, and leaves, supplemented by a range of omnivorous foods. Threatened by forest destruction, hunting, and capture for the pet trade. Vulnerable.

Madame Berthe's mouse lemurs (Microcebus berthae) are restricted to dry forests of west Madagascar. Forests are under threat by slash-and-burn agriculture. Experts estimate that if deforestation continues at current rates, remaining habitat might be lost in the next 10 years. Critically Endangered.

Gee's golden langurs (Trachypithecus geei), also known as golden langurs, occur only in Bhutan and northeastern India (Assam). Rare and shy, they seldom leave the safety of the canopy. Threatened by habitat loss, forest fragmentation, electrocution by powerlines, and dog attacks. Endangered.

Biodiversity is the cornerstone of life and one of Nature’s greatest strategies for survival! Learn about Earth’s living organisms, including Genetic, Species, and Ecosystem Diversity, and discover Biodiversity Hotspots. neprimateconservancy.org/biodiversity-introduction/

Crested black macaques (Macaca nigra), also called Sulawesi black macaques and Celebes crested macaques, are found on Indonesia's Sulawesi, Manadotua, and Talise islands. Threatened by hunting and habitat loss, they've suffered 90% population loss in 30 years. Critically Endangered.

Dive into the fascinating world of pollinators, highlighting the essential resources they need to thrive. The lesson emphasizes how cross-pollination supports ecosystem recovery. Explore the adaptations plants use to attract pollinators. neprimateconservancy.org/lesson-2-pollination-introduction/

Cat Ba langurs (Trachypithecus poliocephalus), also called golden-headed langurs. Among the world's most endangered primates. Population: about 80. Restricted to 8 sq mi (20 sq km). Poached to near extinction. Now threatened by disturbances from a booming tourism industry. Critically Endangered.

Concepts essential for protecting the natural world. This lesson covers food chains and energy flow. Key learning points highlight the intricate connections within ecosystems and how nutrients and energy cycle through them. neprimateconservancy.org/lesson-1-how-nature-works/

Black Sumatran langurs (Presbytis sumatrana) are native to Sumatra. Previously considered to be a subspecies of the black-crested Sumatran langur (Presbytis melalophos). Genetic analysis has differentiated them as a distinct species. Threatened by forest conversion for agriculture. Endangered.

Explore the hidden connections that make life on Earth possible. Discover how food chains, energy flow, pollination, and biodiversity work together to support healthy ecosystems—and why understanding nature is the first step toward protecting it. neprimateconservancy.org/what-is-nature-introduction