Blue monkey
The blue monkey (Cercopithecus mitis) is an omnivorous mammal native to Africa.
- Scientific name
- Cercopithecus mitis
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Cercopithecidae
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa
- Weight
- 5 kg
- Length
- 58 cm
- Lifespan
- 37.8 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a blue monkey eat?
The blue monkey is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.
How big is a blue monkey?
The blue monkey weighs around 5 kg and measures about 58 cm.
How long do blue monkeys live?
In the wild, the blue monkey can live up to about 37.8 years.
Where do blue monkeys live?
Blue monkeys are found in Africa, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the blue monkey endangered?
The blue monkey is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.