Colobus Monkey: 17 Facts About Africa’s Most Enchanting Monkey

Have you spotted the new arrival yet? A black-and-white colobus monkey (Colobus guereza), born on the 30th of October to parents Freya and Juggs, While the baby is becoming increasingly active and mobile in recent weeks, it still sports the distinctive white infant coat, which will gradually develop into the species’ striking black-and-white colouring as it matures. | Fota Wildlife Park

Black and white colobus monkeys resting on tree branches in African rainforest habitat. Arboreal primates perch quietly among leafy boughs, social grouping, tropical wilderness mood. canopy, uganda, rwanda, leafy canopy Stock Video Footage - Alamy

Sound up to hear Darby the black and white colobus vocalizing! One of the most distinctive of all primates, the colobus’ dramatic coloration is a beautiful sight against the deep green background of their native habitat in the rainforests of central Africa. Given how territorial colobus monkeys are, their presence in a forest cannot be missed as their calls can be heard throughout the forest. Adult troop members produce loud, throaty calls to alert other troops to territorial boundaries or commu