Tarsiidae
Tarsiidae is a family of small, nocturnal primates known as tarsiers. They are native to Southeast Asia, with species found in the Philippines, Borneo, Sumatra, Sulawesi, and surrounding islands. Tarsiers are arboreal and rely on keen vision, hearing, and their specialized limbs to navigate dense forests at night.
Taxonomy and evolution: Tarsiidae forms the sole living family of the infraorder Tarsiiformes within Haplorhini. The
Anatomy and adaptations: Tarsiers are among the smallest primates, typically weighing under 200 grams with body
Ecology and behavior: They are primarily insectivorous, taking insects and small vertebrates. Most species are solitary
Conservation: Habitat loss, logging, and hunting threaten many tarsier species. Several are listed as vulnerable or