Black-and-white colobuses (or colobi) are Old World monkeys of the genus Colobus, native to Africa. They are closely related to the red colobus monkeys of genus Piliocolobus. [1] There are five species of this monkey, and at least eight subspecies. [1] They are generally found in high-density forests where they forage on leaves, flowers and fruit.

Some species are black and white or at least partly black and white. Here're 21 black and white monkeys you may see.

The black-and-white colobus, a captivating species of Old World monkey, finds its natural habitat in the lush landscapes of Africa. These creatures, scientifically classified under the genus Colobus, boast a striking appearance distinguished by their unique monochromatic coloration.

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.

Mar 6, 2025 · Philadelphia Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of a black-and-white colobus monkey, a species native to central African countries like Uganda, where Philadelphia Zoo is partnering with New Nature Foundation to protect this species in the wild.

One of the most visually striking species, the black-and-white colobus monkey is prominently visible along the beaches of Kenya, such as Diani Beach. Their distinctive white beards and impressive tails make them a captivating sight for locals and tourists alike.

The mantled guereza (Colobus guereza), also known simply as the guereza, the eastern black-and-white colobus, or the Abyssinian black-and-white colobus, is a black-and-white colobus, a type of Old World monkey.

Conservation Status: Not Threatened. Color: Fur black dorsally and ventrally, with a starkly contrasting U-shaped mantle of white fur descending from the shoulders and running across the lower back; black face fringed with white hair; end of tail white. Size: Body: male 24.5 inches, female 23 inches; Tail: male 26.5 inches, female 27.5 inches.

The king colobus (Colobus polykomos), also known as the western black-and-white colobus, is a species of Old World monkey, found in lowland and mountain rainforests in a region stretching from Senegal, through Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia to the Ivory Coast. [2]

Black and White Colobus. Colobus guereza. Animal Class: Mammals. Length: 3-5 1/2 feet (body = 17–28 inches; tail = 20–39 inches) Weight: 15 – 30 pounds. Life Span: 20 years in the wild. Diet: Wild: leaves, stems, bark, flowers, buds, shoots, fruits and some aquatic plants. Zoo: leafy diet and monkey chow