🌿Native Nature

Patas Monkey

Erythrocebus patas

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Primates ›Family: Cercopithecidae ›Genus: Erythrocebus

About

The patas monkey (Erythrocebus patas), also known as the wadi monkey or hussar monkey, is a ground-dwelling monkey distributed over semi-arid areas of West Africa, and into East Africa. It is the only species classified in the genus Erythrocebus. Recent phylogenetic evidence indicates that it is the closest relative of the vervet monkey (Chlorocebus aethiops), suggesting nomenclatural revision.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Patas Monkey?
The scientific name of Patas Monkey is Erythrocebus patas.
What is the conservation status of Patas Monkey?
The Patas Monkey has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Patas Monkey belong to?
Patas Monkey belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Patas Monkey belong to?
Patas Monkey belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Patas Monkey belong to?
Patas Monkey belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Patas Monkey belong to?
Patas Monkey belongs to the order Primates.
What family does Patas Monkey belong to?
Patas Monkey belongs to the family Cercopithecidae.
What genus does Patas Monkey belong to?
Patas Monkey belongs to the genus Erythrocebus.