This black-crested macaque (also known as the Celebes crested macaque) seemed to be telling me what she thought of me taking her picture. Actually, these monkeys were one of my favorite primate encounters in the wild and they were quite accepting of my presence. Photographed in Tangkoko National Park in Sulawesi, Indonesia, where one of the only populations still remains. They are considered critically endangered and without drastic measures their future is very uncertain. Nikon D300 with Nikkor 70-200mm lens (at 135mm) ISO 800, f/2.8 at 1/160th of a second.
This picture slaps. (“Slaps” means awesome, I looked it up on Urban Dictionary. It’s also a play on the fact that this monkey is going to slap you, so it works on a couple levels.)
What a stunning capture! There is something so human like in its eyes. A most unusual facial structure & that crest above its brow is a crowning achievement. That hand/arm gesture helps to frame the macaque’s face. Yep, it’s a keeper! Let’s hope we can find a way to keep this remarkable species from disappearing into the mist.
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This black-crested macaque (also known as the Celebes crested macaque) seemed to be telling me what she thought of me taking her picture. Actually, these monkeys were one of my favorite primate encounters in the wild and they were quite accepting of my presence. Photographed in Tangkoko National Park in Sulawesi, Indonesia, where one of the only populations still remains. They are considered critically endangered and without drastic measures their future is very uncertain. Nikon D300 with Nikkor 70-200mm lens (at 135mm) ISO 800, f/2.8 at 1/160th of a second.
I am not a fan of primates, but this guy is something else. Thanks for sharing his expression.
Thanks Donna. I spent a few days with these monkeys and they were a highlight of my wildlife photography career.
His name sounds French, but his hand gesture is definitely Italian!
This picture slaps. (“Slaps” means awesome, I looked it up on Urban Dictionary. It’s also a play on the fact that this monkey is going to slap you, so it works on a couple levels.)
What a stunning capture! There is something so human like in its eyes. A most unusual facial structure & that crest above its brow is a crowning achievement. That hand/arm gesture helps to frame the macaque’s face. Yep, it’s a keeper! Let’s hope we can find a way to keep this remarkable species from disappearing into the mist.
Perhaps my favorite monkey faces of all. I loved spending time with these guys.