Tarsier MonkeyKristin and Katie M.

What the Tarsier looks like

•Gray Fur•Huge eyes•3.6 oz.•3-6 in. (body)•5-11 in. (tail)

Where the Tarsier Lives

•Philippines•Arboreal (lives in trees)•Broad variety of habitats

What the Tarsier Eats•Carnivore•Insects•Cockroaches•Crickets•Birds •Bats

What are threats to the Tarsier?•One of the 25 most endangered “primates”•Humans destroy their habitat by logging•Tree Snakes•Lizards•Raptors•Civet

Interesting Facts•Can turn head 180 degrees•Not “really” a primate•Can’t walk, only hops

Why does the Tarsier live in the canopy layer

•Access to food source•Can’t walk•Nocturnal to avoid predators