Black & White Colobus Monkey
Did you know?
Colobus monkeys have a multi-chambered stomach that allows for the digestion of large amounts of foliage. Colobus do not have thumbs like other primates.
Habitat
Deciduous and evergreen thicket forests
Size
18-27 inches long
Weight
11-30 pounds
Lifespan
15 years for females and 19 years for males
Diet
fruits, leaf buds, bark, seeds, and blossoms
Reproduction
One baby is born after 6 1/2 months
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Threats
Hunted for bush meat and their incredible fur, and habitat loss.