The Philosopher King

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Taken in Bolpur, West Bengal (See more photos or videos here)

23°40' 12" N, 87°41' 59" E

Looks really regal when viewed large, on black, I believe. :)

Possibly the best known among the Asian leaf-eating monkey species is the Hanuman Langur (Semnopithecus entellus), found in a wide range of habitats in India, from edge of the deserts to rainforests and mountains (as high up as 4,000 meters). Because they are considered sacred in Northern India, they are found even near urban areas in in that part of the world.

With long and strong limbs, the Hanuman Langur runs fast on the ground on all fours, and climbs well and is exceedingly agile among trees, its long thin tail providing the necessary balance.

Their horizontal leaps average 3 to 5 meters, but can reach up to 13 meters. It is typically nervous and cautious when on the ground, and will flee to the trees at the slighest hint danger. They usually move on the ground only when trees are scarce. They forage during the morning and late afternoon. Each troop of langurs typically returns to the same tree every night to sleep. They sleep at the ends of branches, where large predators can reach them only with much difficulty. Sometimes, they sleep in caves.

In India, especially in the North, Hanuman langurs often travel in the company of holy men (sadhus). Many Hindus leave them unmolested and even permit them to freely plunder their grain shops. This, however, has made the langurs fearless. During food shortages, humans often retaliate. Like many other wildlife, the langur also faces a significant threat of habitat loss. There are an estimated 230,000 Hanuman langurs left in India.

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	Vit Hassan says: I like your tittle. Great catch,excellent DOF... Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	canadia-eh says: yes, great title. he looks so contemplative. wonderful dof and details. Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	mavsluver41 says: Excellent blurred background and the detail is spectacular. I like the composition as well. Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	c.zwerg says: Learned something new today - thanks for sharing all this bio about this fascinating animal! He really looks like he's lost in philosophical thoughts...A wonderful animal portrait! Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	blueraine_tigerseye says: this is a very cool picture, i love all your pictures!! Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Augusto Miranda Martins says: Very nice! Great expression and composition! -- Seen in my contacts' photos. (?) Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Supriya O says: Great capture!! Love the way you've composed this shot. It's nice to read all that info. I really like your animal photo! You are invited to post this photo to Spectacular Animals, invite only www.flickr.com/groups/spectacular_animals/ Please add the tag SpecAnimal to your photo Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	La Maquisarde says: Excellent. www.flickr.com/groups/spectacular_animals/ Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Fliedermaus says: Nice one! Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Hannah_Jane says: Beautiful. Great info too. :) Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	AlexandraPhotos says: What a beautiful image. He really is special ** This image has been invited for submission at the Animal Kingdom group! The Animal Kingdom group allows for only the finest images of creatures to be submitted. By invite only; please read rules! Animal Kingdom -- Please add this tag: AnimalKingdomElite ** Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	chillntravel says: love it.... Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	dewaun.simmons says: cool little animal. Wonderful pose. Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	janekeeler says: excellent shot - he looks so noble! Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	imapix says: Wow! Hanuman Langur (Semnopithecus entellus) could be Human Langur (Semnopithecus entellus)....LOL Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	TTHP805 says: Spectacular portrait! The best, Java Cafe! Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Jeff Clow says: Really a stunning portrait of the Philosopher King, JC. An instant fave for me and one word of praise for this world class animal image: BRAVO....! Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Picture Taker 2 says: Really great capture. Question--Is not " HUNUMAN " the monkey god ?? Thanks for sharing. Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	SublimeImage says: Fantastic capture Java! And thank you for your kind wishes for my back surgery. I have postponed the surgery for a few months because I am relocating to another state. Thank you so much for your thoughtful words, it means a great deal to me. Best! SI :-) Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Kris Kros says: Would love to see this great picture on Kris Kros Contacts. Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	shashchatter says: I like the detail on the fur a lot, but even more intriguing are the eyes! Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	AlexYoung says: Wonderful shot. Such a cool animal. Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Di..... says: saw this in the thread of spec nature...yes i agree!!! Awesome shot! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~ You are invited to post this image to "Spectacular Nature, invite only www.flickr.com/groups/spectacular_nature/ Please read the instructions ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~ Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	DaveSinclair says: I just love langurs ... there is something in them that reminds me of old wise men hanging out in the sun... Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Kris Kros says: I've faved and tagged this one "QUALITY" and am hoping you will join and post it to: www.flickr.com/groups/quality_photography/ where photographic quality such as this gets the recognition it deserves and inspires others... QUALITY! Please read (and heed) the comment entitled"YOUR Responsibility" on theGroup's opening page. Posted 23 months ago. ( permalink )
	Cory' says: I really like your Animal Photography - I would like to invite you to join Ultimate Animal Photography www.flickr.com/groups/ultimateanimalphotograp hy/ Posted 20 months ago. ( permalink )
	martinra1966 says: What a cutie! Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

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Taken on July 26, 2006

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The Philosopher King

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