When it comes to proboscis monkeys, size really does matter - especially when it comes to their iconic noses. In this video, we take a closer look at how these unusual primates use their oversized ...

The proboscis monkey grew his famously big nose so he could get more sex, according to a new study. The male of the endangered species' droopy conk evolved to attract mates, say scientists ...

Certainly, proboscis monkeys use their large nasal cavities to make honks and roars, which can be important for communicating in thick rainforest that often blocks the line of sight.

Active olfactory receptor genes on the proboscis Using molecular biology techniques the scientists identified the Manduca sexta genes which were active on the proboscis of the moth. Among these ...

Male proboscis monkeys have large noses – earning title of 'ugliest animals' They offer major benefits – especially when it comes to attracting a female; By SHIVALI BEST FOR MAILONLINE.

Using the poison in their proboscis, some of these species are able to prey on other sea creatures you wouldn't imagine a worm could feast on, like a fiddler crab.

To film them, a small team from the UK were dispatched to a city on the island of Borneo where proboscis monkeys are present. Emma Hatherley (Producer), Sam Rowley (Assistant Producer), Ollie ...

Proboscis monkeys regurgitating their food, like cows Date: May 21, 2011 Source: University of Zurich Summary: A previously unknown behavior pattern is only observed in a large animal very rarely ...

A new fossil find reveals that the sucking tongue of butterflies—or proboscis—appears to have evolved before the emergence of flowers. Christopher Intagliata reports.