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Red-tailed Monkey

Cercopithecus ascanius

Red-tailed monkeys are playful and lively animals with beautiful red tails! They live in trees and love to swing around, making them fun to watch.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Red-tailed Monkey has a distinctive rusty-red tail, especially vibrant on the underside. Its face features a white nose spot and white cheeks, contrasting with dark fur around the eyes. The body fur is typically olive-grey to blackish, helping it blend into the forest.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPrimatesFamilyCercopithecidaeGenusCercopithecus

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

Baby red-tailed monkeys are born with dark fur and a paler tail.

Some red-tailed monkeys love to "groom" other animals, like antelopes!

Their bright red tails can grow twice as long as their bodies!

They communicate with over 20 different sounds, like chirps and barks!

Special abilities

Ability

Acrobatic Leapers

Red-tailed Monkeys can leap between trees because of their powerful legs and long tails, helping them navigate the forest canopy with incredible agility.

Ability

Alarm Call Experts

Red-tailed Monkeys have a variety of specific alarm calls that help them warn their troop about different predators, keeping everyone safe.

Ability

Nimble Foragers

Red-tailed Monkeys use their nimble fingers to skillfully pluck small fruits and insects, helping them find delicious snacks hidden in the leaves.

Measurements & details

Length
32-50 cm
Weight
2.5-4.5 kg
Lifespan
15-20 years
Speed
35 km/h
Litter Size
1-2
Gestation
160 days

Diet & Feeding

These omnivores enjoy a varied diet of fruits, leaves, and insects found high in the forest canopy.

Primary Foods

  • Fruits
  • Leaves
  • Insects
  • Flowers
  • Seeds

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Eaten by

Leopard

Panthera pardus

A powerful predator in their forest environment.

Eaten by

Crowned Eagle

Stephanoaetus coronatus

This large raptor hunts monkeys from the air.

Depends on

Red-stem Fig

Ficus sur

Monkeys frequently feast on its sweet fruits.

Eaten by

African Golden Cat

Caracal aurata

A swift feline predator that hunts in the undergrowth.

Traits

Also known as

Ascanian MonkeyRed-tailed Guenon

Collections

Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Always watch monkeys from a distance and never try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Red-tailed Monkey?

Compare ears, muzzle, tail, feet and coat markings. Size is hard to judge without something nearby for scale, and young mammals may not have adult coloring yet. Mammal Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details.

How long is Red-tailed Monkey?

32-50 cm

How much does Red-tailed Monkey weigh?

2.5-4.5 kg

How long does Red-tailed Monkey live?

15-20 years

How fast can Red-tailed Monkey move?

35 km/h

What does Red-tailed Monkey eat?

These omnivores enjoy a varied diet of fruits, leaves, and insects found high in the forest canopy.

Where is Red-tailed Monkey usually found?

Forests

How does Red-tailed Monkey hunt?

Foraging

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