ANGOLAN COLOBUS
DESCRIPTION
The Angolan Colobus, also known as the Angolan Black-and-White Colobus, is a medium-sized primate characterized by its striking black and white fur. It is known for its long limbs and tail, which aid in its arboreal lifestyle.
FUN FACTS
- Angolan Colobus are known for their unique vocalizations that can be heard over long distances | They have a specialized stomach that helps them digest tough leaves | Their long tails help them balance while moving through the trees
QUICK INFO
Lifespan15-20 years in the wild, up to 30 in captivity
Average Weight10-20 kg
Average Length50-70 cm
Diet TypeHerbivore
Social Structuregroup — typically consists of a few females and one male
Activity PatternDiurnal
Breeding SeasonYear-round
- Habitat
- This species inhabits tropical rainforests and woodlands, often found in areas with dense foliage. They are highly arboreal, spending most of their time in trees.
- Biomes
- Tropical Rainforest, Woodland
- Native Range
- The Angolan Colobus is native to the forests of Angola and parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Continent
- Africa
- Countries
- Angola, Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Diet
- The Angolan Colobus primarily feeds on leaves, fruits, and flowers. Its digestive system is adapted to process fibrous plant material.
- Diet Type
- Herbivore
- Favorite Food
- leaves, fruits
- Social Structure
- group — typically consists of a few females and one male
- Activity Pattern
- Diurnal
- Group Size
- 5-15
- Territorial
- 1
VU
VU
10-20 kg
Weight
50-70 cm
Length
- Coloration
- black body with white facial markings and white fringes on limbs
- Sexual Dimorphism
- males are generally larger than females
- Lifespan
- 15-20 years in the wild, up to 30 in captivity
- Gestation Period
- 150 days
- Offspring per Birth
- 1
- Sexual Maturity
- 3-4 years
- Breeding Season
- Year-round
EN
Endangered
IUCN Red List Status
- Population Status
- The population is currently declining due to habitat loss and hunting.
- Wild Population Estimate
- unknown
- Population Trend
- Decreasing
- Endangered
- 1
- Threats
- Main threats include deforestation and hunting for bushmeat. Habitat destruction due to agriculture also poses a significant risk.
- Predators
- large birds of prey, leopards
- Defense Mechanisms
- They use their agility to escape predators and can also emit loud vocalizations to warn others.
- Found in Zoos
- Uncommon