Niger Delta Red Colobus

Piliocolobus epieni

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Primates · Cercopithecidae

About

The Niger Delta red colobus is a critically endangered species of colobus monkey endemic to the western part of the Niger Delta. It is threatened by hunting and habitat loss.

Fun Fact

It is threatened by hunting and habitat loss.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Restricted to marsh forest, that is, forest with a high water table year round but no significant flooding.

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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