De brazza's monkey
A species of Guenons, Also known as Debrazza's guenon Scientific name : Cercopithecus neglectus Genus : Guenons
De brazza's monkey, A species of Guenons
Also known as:
Debrazza's guenon
Scientific name: Cercopithecus neglectus
Genus: Guenons
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Description
This guenon has grey agouti fur with a reddish-brown back, black limbs and tail and a white rump. A white stripe runs down its thigh, and an orange crescent-shaped marking appears on its forehead. Its white eyelids match its muzzle and beard. Due to this distinctive appearance, the monkey is sometimes referred to as the "Ayatollah Monkey" after the similarly-bearded Grand Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. Both sexes have cheek pouches in which to carry food while they forage, and males have a blue scrotum. De Brazza's monkey is a sexually dimorphic species; males weigh around 7 kilograms, while females weigh around 4 kilograms. 
General Info
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
De brazza's monkey primarily subsists on fruits, seeds, flowers and insects. This species has an inclination for ripe fruits and may consume invertebrates and small vertebrates when available.
Appearance
De brazza's monkey is a medium-sized primate with a stout body and long limbs, covered with dense fur. It boasts vibrant coloration, with a grey-blue face contrasting with its cream-white chest and deep golden-orange back and limbs. Tail is notably elongated and bushy. No significant differences are observed in the appearance across age or sex.
Behavior
De brazza's monkey are socially diurnal primates, known for grooming patterns & an array of vocalizations. They display prominent foraging behavior, chiefly frugivorous. Frequently living in large multi-male groups, de brazza's monkey exhibit strong territorial behaviors, deterring intruders through intimidation strategies. Adept swimmers, they confidently cross riverine environments, a unique adaptation among Old World monkeys.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Apes Family
Old world monkeys Genus
Guenons Species
De brazza's monkey 
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