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Animal Qualities

Odd utility

Use the strange tool.

Animals grouped here express a similar quality through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.

1 species

Proboscis Monkey (Nasalis larvatus) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Proboscis Monkey

Species principle: Odd Utility

Use the strange tool.

Unusual features become perfect when the whole habitat uses them.

Proboscis Monkeys live near rivers and mangroves, with enlarged noses in males, partially webbed feet, swimming ability, and leaf-specialized digestion.

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