Colobus Conservation
Diani Beach, Kenya
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- Type
- Non-Profit organization in Kenya
Visitor information
- Address: MH47+6WQ, Kenya
- Phone: +254 711 479453
- Official website: http://www.colobusconservation.org/
People also ask
Where are colobus monkeys found in Kenya?
Where do colobus monkeys live? The two species of black and white colobus monkeys are found in Kenya, those that inhabit coastal forests and those in inland high-country areas. Red colobus monkeys are also found in East Africa, but are endangered and quite rare.
Are there monkeys in Diani Beach?
For many years primates, in particular the Angolan black and white colobus monkey, have called Diani home. The biodiversity of the coastal forest made it a great habitat for wild monkeys. However, due to its white sandy beaches and tropical climate, Diani has also seen a huge rise in human development in recent years.
Where do you find colobus monkeys?
CONSERVATION STATUS: CRITICALLY ENDANGERED The white-thighed colobus monkey can be found in several African countries, namely Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, and Togo. Some believe that this monkey can also be found in Nigeria, though that is unconfirmed.
What is unique about colobus monkeys?
Colobus monkeys spend almost their entire lives up in the branches, rarely touching the ground. Unlike other primates, colobus monkeys' cow-like stomachs allow them to subsist on a leafy diet. They don't even need to come down for water, finding enough in the treetops to survive.