Tana River Crested Mangabey
Cercocebus galeritus
Extremely high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Tana River Crested Mangabey
The Tana River mangabey (Cercocebus galeritus) is a highly endangered species of primate in the family Cercopithecidae. Some authorities have included the taxa agilis and sanjei as subspecies of this species, while others award these full species status.
Key Facts
- Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Tana River Crested Mangabey?
The scientific name of the Tana River Crested Mangabey is Cercocebus galeritus.
Is the Tana River Crested Mangabey endangered?
The Tana River Crested Mangabey is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many Tana River Crested Mangabey sightings have been recorded?
27 observations of the Tana River Crested Mangabey have been recorded on iNaturalist.
