Colobus monkey

/kˈɒlɒbəs mˈʌnkɪ/

/kˈɑːlɑːbəs mˈʌnki/

Colobus monkey

a primate species native to Africa, known for their striking appearance characterized by black and white fur, long tails, and absence of thumbs

synonyms : colobus

What is a "colobus monkey"?

The colobus monkey is a visually stunning primate species found in Africa, recognized by their distinctive black and white fur, long tails, and lack of thumbs. They are known for their herbivorous diet, primarily consisting of leaves, fruits, and flowers. Colobus monkeys are highly arboreal, spending much of their time in trees, and are known for their acrobatic movements and agile leaps. They typically live in social groups and exhibit complex social behaviors. The colobus monkey is an intriguing and unique primate species known for their striking appearance and arboreal lifestyle.

Examples

1. These guys wiped out all of the colobus monkeys in the home range.

2. There were hunts right around in there, so if I know that they're heading towards area there are hunts, I'll go out in front, try to figure out where the colobus monkeys are so I can get a jump on the hunt.