black crested mangabey
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black crested mangabey
Lophocebus aterrimus
The black crested mangabey is a playful monkey with a fluffy black crest on its head. They love to swing in the trees and are very social, often seen playing with their friends.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The black crested mangabey is a medium-sized monkey with a shaggy, jet-black coat. It features a distinctive, upright crest of hair on its head and striking pale eyelids. Its long tail is also black.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPrimatesFamilyCercopithecidaeGenusLophocebus
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Baby mangabeys cling tightly to their mother's belly for their first few months, riding along everywhere.
The black crested mangabey sometimes forages on the ground, but quickly retreats to trees if danger appears.
Their unique pale eyelids contrast sharply with their dark fur, making them look like they're wearing white eyeliner!
They often forage in groups, using their long tails for balance while searching for food high in trees.
Special abilities
Ability
Powerful Chompers
black crested mangabey has strong jaws and teeth that help them crack tough nuts and seeds found in the forest.
Ability
Loud Loudspeaker
black crested mangabey can make booming 'hoot-gargle' calls that help them communicate across long distances in dense jungle.
Ability
Acrobatic Agility
black crested mangabey can navigate high in the tree canopy with incredible speed and balance, helping them escape predators.
Ability
Keen Eyesight
black crested mangabey has sharp vision that helps them spot ripe fruits and hidden insects among dense foliage.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 45-65 cm
- Weight
- 4-10 kg
- Lifespan
- 20-25 years
- Top Speed
- 25 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1
- Gestation
- 170 days
Diet & Feeding
These clever monkeys eat many different things, especially fruits, seeds, and insects found in the forest.
Primary Foods
- Fruits
- Seeds
- Nuts
- Leaves
- Insects
- Fungi
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Leopard
Panthera pardus
A main predator in its forest habitat.
eaten by
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Crowned eagle
Stephanoaetus coronatus
Large bird of prey that hunts monkeys.
eats
Strangler fig
Ficus exasperata
Consumes its fruits, dispersing the seeds widely.
eats
African bush mango
Irvingia gabonensis
Feeds on the nutritious seeds from this tree.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Crested
Crested describes animals possessing a prominent tuft of feathers, hair, or skin on their head.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Omnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Always watch these monkeys from a distance and never try to touch them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is black crested mangabey?
45-65 cm
How much does black crested mangabey weigh?
4-10 kg
How long does black crested mangabey live?
20-25 years
How fast can black crested mangabey move?
25 km/h
What does black crested mangabey eat?
These clever monkeys eat many different things, especially fruits, seeds, and insects found in the forest.
Where is black crested mangabey usually found?
Forests
How does black crested mangabey hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does black crested mangabey usually have?
1
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