Cercocebus (Noun)
Meaning
Mangabeys.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Cercocebus mangabeys, with their long muzzles, play an important role in seed dispersal for certain tree species.
- There are five species of cercocebus mangabeys recognized within the Old World monkey group.
- Mangabeys in the genus Cercocebus include several medium to large-sized species found primarily in West and Central Africa.
- Research suggests Cercocebus mangabeys often establish small to medium-sized social groups led by dominant males.
- Conservation efforts focus on preserving the natural habitats of the endangered Cercocebus mangabeys in African rainforests.