De Brazza's Monkey
Cercopithecus neglectus
Also known as: Swamp Monkey
De Brazza's Monkey is a distinctive Old World monkey inhabiting the swamp forests of Central Africa. They are easily recognised by their orange crescent-shaped crown and white beard, giving them a distinguished, wise appearance. They are cryptic and shy monkeys that freeze like statues when alarmed, making them difficult to spot in the wild.
De Brazza's Monkey Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions About the De Brazza's Monkey
De Brazza's Monkeys use their cheek pouches to gather food quickly while foraging, then move to a safer spot to eat. This lets them spend less time exposed in the open and is especially useful in riverine and swamp-edge habitats where they stay alert for danger.
The De Brazza's Monkey can be found in Central Africa and is most often associated with Swamp forests, riverine forests.
The De Brazza's Monkey feeds on Fruits, seeds, leaves, insects and is considered a omnivore.
The De Brazza's Monkey is currently listed as Least Concern, with a stable population trend. Main threats include Deforestation, Bushmeat trade.
The De Brazza's Monkey is usually small family groups.
The De Brazza's Monkey is typically diurnal.
The De Brazza's Monkey is resident.
The main threats facing the De Brazza's Monkey include Deforestation and Bushmeat trade.
The De Brazza's Monkey population trend is currently stable.
Well-known places to look for the De Brazza's Monkey include Congo Basin Rainforest and Kakamega Forest (Kenya).
Natural predators of the De Brazza's Monkey include Leopards, Eagles, and Chimpanzees.
Named after the French explorer Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza.
The De Brazza's Monkey is part of the Cercopithecidae family and a Primates order.
The De Brazza's Monkey weighs about 5.8 kg, stands around 50 cm tall, and reaches about 55 cm in length.
The De Brazza's Monkey can reach speeds of around 30 km/h.
