Cercopithecine Collection

Mandrillus leucophaeus, drill
Plate 139 (58) Le Drill Vieux. From Histoire Naturelle des Mammifcres, avec des figures originales, Vol. 1, 1819-42, by Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire & Baron Georges L. C. Frederic D. Cuvier

Macacus tcheliensis, macaquc
Plate 32 from Recherches pour servir a l histoire naturelle des Mammiferes by H. (Henri) Milne-Edwards (1800-1885). Published Paris, 1868-74

Macaca thibetana, Pcre Davids macaque

Cercopithecus mona, mona monkey
Mounted skeleton of a mona monkey

Mandrillus sphinx, mandrill

Macaca sp. macaque
Artwork by Barry Sutton, entitled Dominance and Submission. On display in the Primates exhibition at the Natural History Museum, London

Papio hamadryas, hamadryas baboon
Hamadryas baboons, one adult male, one juvenile and one adult female. Plate 11 from Symbolae Physicae section: Zoologica I. Mammalia by Christian Gottfried Ehrenberg (1795-1876)

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"Cercopithecine: A Diverse Family of Fascinating Primates" The cercopithecine family is a diverse group of primates that includes several intriguing species. One such species is the Mandrillus sphinx, commonly known as the mandrill. With its vibrant colors and distinctive facial markings, the mandrill is truly a sight to behold. Another member of this family is the Mandrillus leucophaeus, also known as the drill. Similar in appearance to the mandrill but with subtle differences, drills are found in certain regions of Africa and possess their own unique charm. Speaking of charms, let's not forget about Macacus tcheliensis - a macaque species that captivates with its playful nature and intelligence. These mischievous monkeys are known for their ability to adapt to various habitats and socialize within large groups. But it's hard to talk about cercopithecines without mentioning one particular primate - the Mona monkey (Cercopithecus mona). Found in West Africa, these small monkeys boast beautiful fur coats and exhibit remarkable agility as they swing through trees. Returning back to our colorful friend, Mandrillus sphinx makes another appearance on this list due to its significance within this primate family. The mandrill's striking appearance serves multiple purposes – from attracting mates during breeding season to establishing dominance among other males. Let's not overlook Macaca thibetana either; also known as Père David’s macaque, these endangered primates inhabit mountainous regions of China. Their distinctive blue faces make them stand out among other macaques while highlighting their uniqueness within this diverse family. And speaking of diversity, there are numerous other members belonging under Cercopithecinae subfamily like Macaca sp. , which encompasses various macaque species exhibiting different behaviors across Asia. Lastly, we have Papio hamadryas, the hamadryas baboon.