lesser ape

• Término que designa a los primates de la familia Hylobatidae, que incluye gibones y siamang, caracterizados por ser más pequeños que los grandes simios, con brazos muy largos y sin cola.

A term referring to the family Hylobatidae, which includes gibbons and siamangs, distinguished from great apes by their smaller size, longer arms, and lack of a tail.

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   A member of the family Hylobatidae, which includes gibbons and siamangs, characterized by their small size, long arms, and arboreal lifestyle.

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   • The lesser apes are known for their incredible brachiation skills.
   • Gibbons, as lesser apes, are distinct from great apes like gorillas.
   • Siamangs are the largest species of lesser apes.