Roloway's Cercopithecus

Roloway's cercopithecus is a species of catarrhine primate belonging to the family Cercopithecidae.It is found in a small area in eastern Côte d'Ivoire and in the forests of Ghana, between the Sassandra River and the Pra River.Its appearance is characterised by a predominantly black coat and face, while its throat and inner arms are white, and its hips and back are orange.

Longevity

20-25 years

Weight

5-7 kg

Length

40-55 cm

CR (Critically Endangered)
CR (Critically Endangered) Complete

It faces an extremely high risk of extinction in the near future.

Reproduction

Gestation lasts approximately 5 months, and usually only one calf is born. Mothers care for and protect their young with great dedication.

Behaviour

They are social animals that live in small to medium-sized groups. They spend most of their time in trees and are agile jumpers. They are also known for their distinctive vocal calls.

Threats

It faces significant threats due to habitat loss, poaching and forest fragmentation. It is classified as a critically endangered species.

Feeding

Their diet is mainly herbivorous, feeding on fruits, leaves, flowers, shoots and some insects.

Distribution

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VU (Vulnerable)
VU (Vulnerable) Complete

It is at high risk of extinction in the medium term.

NT (Near Threatened)
NT (Near Threatened) Complete

It is not yet at risk, but could be soon if conditions worsen.

ALL

Not Used

EX (Extinct)
EX (Extinct) Complete

There are no longer any living individuals of the species.

EW (Extinct in the wild)
EW (Extinct in the wild) Complete

Only specimens survive in captivity or in scientific collections.

EN (Endangered)
EN (En Perilous) Complete

It has a very high risk of disappearing in the wild if conservation measures are not taken.

LC (Least Concern)
LC (Minor Concern) Complete

The species is relatively secure in the wild and faces no immediate risk of extinction.