The Tana River red colobus[1] (Piliocolobus rufomitratus), also called the eastern red colobus, is a critically endangered primate species in the Cercopithecidae family.
- It is native to an area of narrow gallery forest near the Tana River in southeastern Kenya. Currently, science knows 18 species of red colobus monkeys.
- All are somewhat similar in appearance. But, although their coloration is also quite similar and only trained primatologists can distinguish between the species.
- Like other Red Colobus monkeys, Tana River red colobus monkeys also have darker gray fur coats.
- On its face, hands, and feet, its fur gives way to dark gray skin. Tufts of gray fur frame their round faces.
- Their round eyes are particularly dark. The distinctive red for which they are named can be found as a splash of color on their crown.
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Species Name: Cercocebus galeritus
Tana River Mangabeys are medium-sized monkeys with long, light gray hair covering most of their bodies. Tana River Mangabeys are highly social animals, living in multi-female social groups averaging 27 individuals in size.
