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Information About Golden Monkey




































            Animal     —     Golden Monkey

            Habitat    —     Restricted to highland forest, especially near bamboo.
            Location  —      Central Africa, south-west Uganda, north-west Rwanda and in the eastern
                       democratic republic of Congo.

            Diet       —     Consist mainly of leaves, fruits and insects.

            Social Behavior        —    Live in groups of up to 30 individuals.
            Size       —     Adult male: 83 cm, Adult female: 74 cm.

            Weight     —     Male: 20kg, Female: 10kg.

            Movement         —     Winter groups: 70, Summer Groups:300.
            Endangered       —     Golden hair, Hunted: Coats made.

            Protection             —    Reserve, Sanctuaries.

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