Putty-nosed Monkey
Cercopithecus nictitans
Conservation Status
Near ThreatenedMammalia · Primates · Cercopithecidae
About
The greater spot-nosed monkey or putty-nosed monkey is one of the smallest Old World monkeys. It is a guenon of the C. mitis group, native to West Africa and living to some extent in rain forests, but more often in the transition zone between rain forest and savannah. It is primarily arboreal and often associates with monkeys of other species. Both their common names come from the monkeys' prominent white nose.
Fun Fact
The greater spot-nosed monkey or putty-nosed monkey (Cercopithecus nictitans) is one of the smallest Old World monkeys.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Native to West Africa and living to some extent in rain forests, but more often in the transition zone between rain forest and savannah.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change