Allen’s Swamp Monkeys
(Allenopithecus nigroviridis)
Allen’s swamp monkeys are highly social primates that originate from the lowland forests of the Congo basin, where they inhabit swamps and riverine areas. Two swamp monkeys call the Detroit Zoo home — Azizi, a male born March 18, 2013, and Pepper, a female born Feb. 10, 2017.
Quick Facts
Quick Facts
Habitat:Asian Forest
Class:Mammals
Conservation Status:Least concern
Size:18 to 20 inches tall
Weight:6 to 13 pounds
Median life expectancy:18 years
Diet:Fruit, leaves, seeds, insects, fish, shrimp and snails
