Least Concern

Vervet Monkey

Chlorocebus pygerythrus

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About

The vervet monkey is a medium-sized African monkey known for its distinctive blue face and colorful genitalia. They are highly social animals that live in large groups with complex social structures.

Habitat

Forests and savannas of Africa

Diet

Omnivorous - fruits, leaves, insects, and small vertebrates

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Fun Facts

Vervet monkeys have different alarm calls for different predators.
They are excellent swimmers and often take to water to escape predators.
Vervet monkeys have been observed using tools in the wild.

Conservation

StatusLeast Concern

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