Black-and-white colobus

Black-and-White Colobus is a group of Old World monkeys that belong to the genus Colobus. They are native to the African continent and are known for their distinctive black and white fur.

Taxonomy

The genus Colobus consists of five species, all of which are black-and-white colobus monkeys. These include the Angolan colobus (Colobus angolensis), the Guereza (Colobus guereza), the Satanic colobus (Colobus satanas), the Black colobus (Colobus satanas), and the Pied colobus (Colobus vellerosus).

Description

Black-and-white colobus monkeys are medium-sized primates with a distinctive appearance. They have long, black fur covering most of their body, with a contrasting white fur on their face, chest, and tail. The tail is particularly long and often has a tuft at the end.

Behavior

Black-and-white colobus monkeys are arboreal, spending most of their time in the treetops. They are also diurnal, active during the day. They live in social groups, typically consisting of one male, several females, and their offspring.

Diet

The diet of black-and-white colobus monkeys primarily consists of leaves, fruits, and flowers. They have a specialized stomach that allows them to digest plant material more efficiently.

Conservation

Black-and-white colobus monkeys are currently listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List. The main threats to their survival include habitat loss due to deforestation and hunting for their fur and meat.