Yellow baboon
Papio cynocephalus
Key identification features
A tall, slender baboon with yellow brown fur. Males do not have a prominent mane. Walks with a horizontal back posture. Has a large kink close to the base of the tail. HB 50-100 cm. Tail 50-70 cm. Wt 12-22 kg.
Habitat and social behaviour
Found in large groups of up to 100 individuals of both sexes. Is found a broad range of habitats from forests to open savannas.
Similar species
The Olive baboon is stockier, has a gently sloping back, and the males have a mantle that is lacking in the yellow baboon. The Patas monkey has red fur and a white face.
Distribution Map
Historical Distribution Map
References for historical distribution map
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