Meet Little Momo & Friends!
Hi! I’m Little Momo!
Momo is a dusky leaf monkey, also known as the spectacled langur which lives high up in the rainforests of Malaysia. The baby monkeys are born bright orange, but they turn grey as they grow up! These gentle monkeys love to munch on leaves and spend their days swinging from tree to tree with their big, bouncy tails.
Fun Fact:
Dusky Langurs are highly social and playful, engaging in behaviors like chasing, jumping, and wrestling.
Unlike many primates, they are relatively quiet, using body language and soft vocalisations to communicate.
In its dark gray body fur, there are white-colored fur patches surrounding its eyes and mouth, like a pair of eyeglasses!
Hi! I’m Tigress!
Tigress is a Malayan tiger - the national animal of Malaysia and is known for its strength and quiet grace. Even though it's a powerful hunter, it prefers to move silently through the jungle. Each tiger has a unique pattern of stripes—just like a human fingerprint!
Fun Fact:
Malayan tigers are the smallest subspecies of tigers, making them a little smaller than other tiger subspecies like the Bengal tiger.
Tigers, including Malayan tigers, have antiseptic saliva that helps to protect them from infection during grooming.
With a population of only around 80-120 mature individuals left in the wild, Malayan tigers are one of the most endangered subspecies of tigers.
Hi! I’m Chelsea!
Chelsea Penafort is an advocate for self-expression through movement, language and art. After beginning her career in law, she made a bold pivot toward creativity and storytelling. She now teaches yoga in Kuala Lumpur, runs a micro-art gallery called Bad Bxtch, and tutors children in reading comprehension and creative writing.
“Little Momo, the Brave” is her debut children’s book - a cheeky and charming tale inspired by Malaysia’s jungles that celebrates the courage it takes to honour your dreams.