Monkeys are a primate family and the only modern family in the monkey superfamily. With over 140 species, it is the most extensive primate family. Monkeys can be divided into two subfamilies: Wikipedia monkeys
Are mandrills apes or monkeys?
Mandrillus sphinx is a primate of the Old World Monkey (Cercopithecidae) family. Along with Mandrill, it is one of two species of the genus Mandrill. Superficially similar to baboons, but more closely related to the genus Cercocebus mangabay.
Is it a baboon mandrill?
Mandrills, along with related drills, were previously grouped as baboons of the genus Papio. Both are currently classified in the genus Mandrill, but all belong to the Old World Monkey family, Cercopithecoides.
What is a mandrill?
Large and brilliant: Mandrills are the largest and most colorful of the Old World monkeys. They are related to baboons and even to drills. Their furry crown, mane and beard are very impressive. But it's those bright colors that catch your attention.
Are mandrills and baboons the same?
Mandrill is one species, but baboons contain five different species. .. .. Mandrill's reproductive organs are multicolored, while baboon's reproductive organs are pink or red. • The baboon has an elongated pink muzzle, while the mandrill has a dark elongated nose with a blue ridge and red lips and nose.
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