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Tarsier on a Tree Trunk

A wide-eyed tarsier grips an upright tree trunk while sitting on a small leafy branch among nearby foliage.

A wide-eyed tarsier clings to an upright tree trunk surrounded by leafy branches in this printable coloring page with large open spaces.
Tarsier on a Tree Trunk
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A tarsier on a tree trunk

The small primate wraps both hands around the vertical trunk and rests on a side branch. Its enormous round eyes, broad ears, small face, and compact body are easy to recognize. Knots and growth rings mark the tree, while leafy twigs extend from the upper left and middle left portions of the scene. The animal appears secure among the trunk and branches.

Fascinating facts about tarsiers

Tarsiers are active mainly at night, and their exceptionally large eyes help them see in dim forest light. Because their eyes cannot move much within their sockets, they compensate by turning their heads very far. Their long fingers and gripping pads help them cling to slender trunks and leap between supports.

Real colors of a tarsier and its tree

  • Tarsier fur: gray-brown, buff, or reddish brown
  • Large eyes: amber, golden brown, or dark brown with black pupils
  • Ears and fingers: pale brown, pinkish tan, or lightly furred gray
  • Tree trunk and branch: tan, reddish brown, gray-brown, or deep brown
  • Leaves: light green, forest green, or yellow-green
Questions and answers

Questions and answers

Why are a tarsier’s eyes so large?
Large eyes gather more available light, helping the animal locate prey and navigate at night. Each eye is extremely large compared with the size of its head.
What does a tarsier eat?
Unlike most primates, tarsiers eat live animal prey. Their diet commonly includes insects and may also include small vertebrates.
How does a tarsier move through trees?
It grips upright trunks and branches with elongated fingers and toes. Powerful hind legs allow it to make quick leaps from one support to another.
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