What small nocturnal primate found in Bohol, Samar, and Leyte is famous for its massive eyes and ability to rotate its neck 180 degrees?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. the Philippine Tarsier (Carlito syrichta)
- Step 1: The Philippine tarsier (Carlito syrichta) is one of the world's smallest primates, with enormous immobile eyes and acute night vision. Answer: the Philippine Tarsier (Carlito syrichta). Why not the others: Slow loris is found in the Sulu archipelago.
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