An exhibition to highlight the plight of the langurs also known as the dusky leaf monkey is currently underway at the Penang State Art Gallery.
Their scientific name is Trachypithecus Obscurus and are commonly found in Thailand, southern Myanmar and islands such as Langkawi, Penang and Perhentian Besar.
The adorable langurs are on the threatened list of animals.
The Penang State Art Gallery which opened today (Oct 18) in line with the Phase 3 of the National Recovery Plan.
Penang State Executive Councillor for Tourism and Creative Economy, Yeoh Soon Hin, who is also the Chairman of Penang State Museum Board made a courtesy call to the gallery.
The gallery has implemented strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) enforced to prepare for its reopening.
“Apart from requiring visitors to pre-book their appointments online, all staff on duty at PSAG are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
“Part of the visit is to ensure the compliance and enforcement of SOP and health protocols, whilst learning about its ongoing exhibition that shines a light on the endangered species of Dusky Leaf Monkeys (Langur).
“This exhibition is launched to raise awareness towards Langur that has been listed as a threatened species by The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
“This decreasing population of Langur can be spotted in Malaysia, Myanmar and Thailand,” said Yeoh.
Visitors who wish to visit the PSAG must show their digital vaccination certificates and abide by all protocols set by the National Security Council.
The capacity of visitors is also reduced by 50% to accommodate social distancing measures.
Appointments can be made by contacting 04-2616466 / 04-2261439 or emailing [email protected].
