Black and White Colobus Monkey

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About

A herbivorous primate known for its distinctive black and white fur.

Behavior

Spends most of its time in trees, moving through forests by leaping between branches.

Habitat

Tropical forests in Africa

Appearance

Black fur with long, white fringes on its back and tail.

Diet

Herbivore

Interesting Facts

Unlike other monkeys, colobus monkeys lack thumbs.

Conservation Status

Least Concern

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