Yellow-green guenon
The yellow-green guenon is only a subspecies of the common guenon, of which there are 25 other distinct species.
Appearance
The special feature of these animals is, of course, above all their fur color, which can vary from yellow-green to blue-gray to reddish-brown. Furthermore, many of the animals have varied fur patterns, especially on the face, such as a colored cheek beard, an eye stripe or a spot on the nose. Another characteristic of the yellow-green guenons is their long tail and round head, with them being able to grow up to 70 centimeters in length and weigh up to 12 kilograms.
Habitat of the Guenons
The preferred habitat of the guenons are the countries south of the Sahara, especially in Gambia and Sudan, where these animals are frequently found. The habitat itself is very varied, as the guenons can quickly adapt to new environments. You can find them in habitats such as rainforests, mangrove forests, and savannas. Areas without trees are avoided by the yellow-green guenons, as they cannot protect themselves from predators here and the selection of food is not as large. Although the animals are omnivores, they prefer the fruits of trees or shrubs.
Behavior
How does the green monkey behave in the group? Like all primates, the guenons, as African mammals, have a strong sense of group feeling, so the animals are rarely found alone. The group can consist of up to 200 members, although 20 to 40 animals is more realistic. Usually, the group, especially in smaller associations, consists of a sexually mature male with a harem of females. However, if the community is larger, it can happen that several males live together. The group of guenons usually lives in a fixed territory, which they defend against intruders, often using a variety of screams to deter other animals. But not only their behavior with their environment is important for the green monkey, but also their social behavior within the group.
