Southern Patas Monkey

Erythrocebus baumstarki

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Primates · Cercopithecidae

About

The southern patas monkey is a critically endangered species of Old World monkey found only in Tanzania, and formerly in Kenya. It may be the most endangered primate in Africa known to still be extant, with only 100 to 200 known wild individuals.

Fun Fact

Following the dramatic declines over the 20th and early 21st centuries, this species is now exclusively restricted to protected areas.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Pollution
Invasive Species
Over-Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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