The fastest primates in the world
Living among cheetahs, lions, leopards, and hyenas, these monkeys need to be fast! They prefer running over climbing and can reach speeds of 34 miles per hour!
Patas monkey
Erythrocebus patas
Status
Near Threatened
Activity Period
Diurnal
Classification
Mammal
Habitat
Unlike many other species of monkey, Patas monkeys spend most of their time on the ground. They prefer open savannas, grasslands, and the edges of woodlands.
Range
Patas monkeys are found in West, Central, and East Africa. There is also an introduced population in Puerto Rico that is considered a invasive.
Life Expectancy
The average life expectancy is 15-20 years, but can be slightly longer under human care.
Diet
Patas monkeys are omnivorous, eating a varied diet which includes insects, fruits, flowers, and stems.
Social Structure
Patas monkeys live in groups that typically consist of 10 to 40 females and one adult male. Males may be solitary or form associations with other males.
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