Tantalus monkey
A species of Green monkeys, Also known as Budgett's tantalus Scientific name : Chlorocebus tantalus Genus : Green monkeys
Tantalus monkey, A species of Green monkeys
Also known as:
Budgett's tantalus
Scientific name: Chlorocebus tantalus
Genus: Green monkeys
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Description
A medium-sized species, the tantalus monkey has a black face and a long tail. There is a distinctive undulating white or yellowish browband above the eyes. The cheeks and temples are white, the long hairs being swept backwards and often covering the ears in older individuals. The crown and dorsal surface of the body is grizzled and greenish or golden. The underparts are white and the tail and outer surfaces of the limbs grey. The tail may have a whitish tip. The male is larger than the female and has a bright blue scrotum surrounded by orange hairs. 
General Info
Lifespan
25-30 years
Diet
Tantalus monkey are primarily frugivores, mostly consuming fruits, supplemented with leaves, seeds, and buds. They indulge in insectivory and will consume birds and small mammals when opportunities arise.
Appearance
Tantalus monkey is a medium-sized primate with a slender body, covered in coarse fur. Its fur has a striking greenish-brown hue, with pale pink or yellowish markings on the chest and a black face. It possesses a long, non-prehensile tail. Notably, males are slightly larger than females and have a brighter coloration, with blue scrotal skin visible.
Behavior
Tantalus monkey demonstrates a diurnal and social lifestyle, often forming multi-male, multi-female groups for feeding and grooming. Exhibiting female philopatry, where females stay within their birth communities, tantalus monkey demonstrate unique social dynamics. The species is omnivorous, consuming both plant matter and smaller animals. Territory defense, led by males, is a significant feature of their behavior exemplifying a complex social hierarchy.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Apes Family
Old world monkeys Genus
Green monkeys Species
Tantalus monkey 
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