Monkeys world records list
Let’s talk about my furry friends – the primates! They’re the cool cats of the animal kingdom, with over 500 different species ranging from teensy-weensy pygmy mouse lemurs to hulking incredible gorillas. These guys live in all sorts of places, from lush rainforests to dusty savannas and even some city neighborhoods.
One of the best things about primates is that they’re smart. They can do all sorts of tricky stuff, like using tools and being social butterflies. They’ve even got opposable thumbs and flexible fingers, which is way better than having those boring old hooves or paws like some other animals.
Most of my primate buds live in the trees, and they have some amazing adaptations to help them get around. They have hands and feet that can grasp onto branches like a boss. And when they’re not too busy swinging around, they like to hang out in groups and groom each other to keep their friendships strong.
But listen, my pals are in trouble. Lots of them are losing their homes and getting hunted down by humans, which is totally uncool. These primates are way too rad to lose, and we must ensure they stick around for a long time.
Eastern gorilla
Much larger than any other ape, it is the rarest of two gorillas species
Who needs King Kong when you’ve got the Eastern gorilla, the heavyweight champion of the primate world? Weighing up to a jaw-dropping 440 pounds, these muscle-bound primates are the largest living primates on Earth. Looks like the bar has been raised…literally!
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Sanje mangabey
They are also known as ‘white-eyelid’ mangabeys for their distinctive white eyelids, which they flash in threat displays
Hold on to your bananas, folks, because the Sanje mangabey is the heavyweight champ of the monkey world! With a body weight of up to 23 kg (50 pounds), these gentle giants are the largest monkeys on the planet. Whether they’re lounging in trees or swinging through the forest, the Sanje mangabey is the ultimate big monkey on campus!
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Pygmy marmoset
Extremely agile and flexible creatures, they could leap up to 4.57m (15 ft) vertically and rotate their head for up to 180 degrees
Get ready to meet the tiny titan of the primate world – the Pygmy marmoset! With a body length of just 13 cm (5 in) and a weight of 113 g (4 oz), these pocket-sized primates are the smallest monkeys on Earth.
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Crab-eating macaque
Despite their name,most of their diet makes up of fruits and seeds
Most common Monkey! With a whopping population of over 2 million, these cheeky monkeys are everywhere, from bustling cities to remote rainforests. Known for their playful personalities and love of seafood, the Crab-eating macaque is the ultimate social butterfly of the animal kingdom!
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Common patas monkey
Has distinctive alarm calls for different predators to warn other members of the group
Fastest! These lightning-fast primates can zip through the savannah at a speed of up to 55 km/h (34 mph), leaving cheetahs in the dust. With their love of adrenaline and need for speed, the Common patas monkey is the ultimate daredevil of the animal kingdom!
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Japanese macaque
Fancy a long afternoon in the Jacuzzi with family and friends? You could be a Japanese macaque!
These snow-loving primates hold the record as the northernmost primates on the planet, living in the frosty mountains of Japan where they take dips in hot springs to keep warm. Whether they’re building snowmen or soaking in a spa, the Japanese macaque is the ultimate cold-weather champ of the primate world!
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Hainan black-crested gibbon
The population range used to cover half of China in the 17th century; currently, under grave threat of extinction
With only about 30 individuals left in the wild, these elusive apes hold the unfortunate record for the rarest primates on Earth. Catch a glimpse of these majestic creatures while you still can – they’re harder to find than a four-leaf clover!
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Vervet monkey
Used for studying genetic and social behaviors of humans as they have human-like characteristics such as anxiety, hypertension, and social and dependent alcohol use
Get ready to head south of the equator, where the Vervet monkey reigns as the southernmost primate on Earth! With a range that stretches from South Africa to Ethiopia, these social simians are the life of the party in the African savannah. Whether they’re swinging from trees or chowing down on a banana, the Vervet monkey is the ultimate party animal of the southern hemisphere!
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Gelada
Most herbivorous of all monkeys! Native to the Ethiopian Highlands
These grass-loving primates hold the record for being the most herbivorous on the planet, munching on everything from blades of grass to stems and roots. Whether they’re snacking on a leafy greens platter or enjoying a fresh bouquet of flowers, the gelada is the ultimate veggie-loving champ of the animal kingdom!
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