Black-handed gibbon II (Germendorf Zoo October 2023)

The black-handed gibbon at Germendorf Zoo is definitely a real entertainer! With his fluffy beige-brown fur and striking black hands and feet, he looks like the ultimate fashion trendsetter in the animal kingdom. But it's not just his style and looks that make visitors laugh.

If you visit the black-handed gibbon at Germendorf Zoo, you can witness its distinctive song. These gibbons are known for their loud and often very melodic calls, which they use to mark their territory and communicate with other gibbons. But sometimes these calls almost sound like a crazy orchestra in the jungle!

Imagine you're walking through Germendorf Zoo and suddenly you hear these wild, piercing sounds that sound like a mix of sirens, birdsong and a choir of off-key singers. The black-handed gibbon lives up to its name, as its song often sounds like it's trying to sing the latest chart hits, but in its own unique way!

Visitors can hardly suppress their laughter when they hear this distinctive song. It's as if the black-handed gibbon is trying to put on its own jungle concerts and doesn't always hit the right note. But that's exactly what makes him so endearing and entertaining.

So if you plan a day at Germendorf Zoo and visit the black-handed gibbon, be prepared to be amazed not only by its beauty but also by its comical song. It will certainly put a smile on your face and provide you with a unique and humorous animal encounter!

Location: Frittenwerk in the Designer Outlet Berlin – Alter Spandauer Weg 1, 14641 Wustermark

Recording(s) from: October 3, 2023
Picture series(s): Germendorf Zoo October 2023

Camera: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra