What kind of animal is a baboon? We will explain its characteristics, ecology, and habitat. It is an animal that was worshiped as a god in ancient Rome and has a very long history. They live in large numbers in the arid mountainous areas from eastern Africa to Saudi Arabia, and are very familiar to people in the Middle East.
What is a baboon? About basic status
The baboon is a primate that belongs to the genus Baboon in the family Cercopitheinae. The scientific name is Papio hamadryas. Male and female monkeys have different body lengths, ranging from 60 to 80 cm and weight from 10 to 20 kg. The list of information is as follows. This is an animal that can be seen in illustrated books.
| Japanese（和名） | マントヒヒ |
| English（英名） | Sacred baboon/Hamadryas baboon |
| scientific name(学名) | Papio hamadryas |
| classification（分類） | Mammalia、Primate、 Cercopithecidae 、Papio 哺乳綱、霊長目、オナガザル科、ヒヒ属 |
| IUCN Status(保全状況) | LEAST CONCERN |
| Length（体長） | 60-80cm |
| Weight（体重） | 10–20kg |
About habitat
The habitat is very large. It is widely distributed from the African continent to the Arabian Peninsula and the Middle East, including Sudan, Yemen, and Ethiopia.
feature is? What kind of creature is it?
Baboons live in dry, mountainous areas. They mainly live in groups, preferring grasslands and rocky areas. At night, the herd gathers and sleeps as a group to protect themselves from predators. Males have gray body hair, especially on the sides and shoulders, while females and juveniles have brown body hair. Even when females grow older, the hair on their sides and shoulders does not grow. The baboon’s butt has no hair and is bright red, making it very conspicuous.
What is your personality like?
Baboons are energetic and lively, and can also be quite ferocious. They have a rough temper and are aggressive, so they are not suitable for breeding.
What is the ecology like?
They are omnivorous, eating insects, small reptiles, leaves, fruits, and seeds. Form a polygamous harem and increase the number of females in the harem. Their bright red and conspicuous buttocks give them a sexual appeal during the mating season. The gestation period is over 4 months. They can give birth to one baby at a time. The lifespan is said to be around 30 years.
Are there any natural enemies?
The natural enemies of the cloaked baboon are lions and leopards. Large mammals pose a great threat.
Is the clown baboon an endangered species?
It is listed in Appendix II of the Washington Convention, and international trade is restricted, but it is not designated as an endangered species.
Can a baboon be kept as a pet?
As explained above, baboons are also known for being very aggressive and have a bad temper. Therefore, it is not suitable for the general public to keep. At the zoo, you can see monkeys up close, so take a look at the monkeys that are shown around at events.
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