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Capture the moment a family of brown-footed langurs watches the sunset on Son Tra Peninsula.

Vietnam.vn EN
12/01/2026 03:13:00

Winter afternoons on the Son Tra Peninsula are remarkably quiet. This is the ideal time to observe families of brown-footed langurs gathering, basking in the sun, and foraging for food. Amidst the year-end chill, the sight of these primate families huddled together on the mountaintops of the ancient forest creates a peaceful and vibrant beauty.

Images of primate families huddled together atop the ancient forest at sunset create a peaceful and vibrant scene.

Images of primate families huddled together atop the ancient forest at sunset create a peaceful and vibrant scene.

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The northern route of Son Tra Peninsula is stunning, where langurs often come down to watch the sunset and bask in the sun every afternoon.

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The population of brown-footed langurs in Son Tra currently numbers over 1,300 individuals and is being very effectively conserved .

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Thanks to their vibrant, colorful fur, these langurs are known as the "queen of primates".

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Langurs usually bask in the sun in groups of 3-5 individuals.

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The alpha male langur usually occupies the highest position to observe and ensure the safety of the entire troop.

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The setting sun's light highlights the distinctive features and vibrant colors of the brown-footed langurs of Son Tra.

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The areas where langurs bask in the sun and watch the sunset are usually in gently sloping mountainous regions , near the sea.

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The moment the alpha langur calls the other members back to the jungle as the sun sets.

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Images of primate families huddled together atop the ancient forest at sunset create a peaceful and vibrant scene.

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The moment a langur leaps and swings from branch to branch.

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Following the "command" from the alpha langur, each member of the troop crosses the road to return to their nest before nightfall.

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The langur "families" will return before 6 p.m. each day.

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