The new colobus monkey troop debuted on March 7 at Stone Zoo. Stone Zoo is now home to three colobus monkeys – females Teka (age 3) and Mahale (age 9), and male Isoke (age 5).
The colobus monkeys can be seen on exhibit if it is at least 50 degrees. They have access to their exhibit if it is between 40 and 50 degrees.
Colobus monkeys are native to equatorial Africa, particularly the west central and eastern areas, and can be found high in the trees of the savannah forests. These animals are known for their distinctive black and white fur. They have majestic U-shaped mantles that encircle their back and tail.
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Colobus monkeys have strong legs so they can jump from tree to tree and branch to branch. They use their long tails to assist with balance. Their bodies are about 18-28 inches long, with 20-35-inch tails. They are herbivores, eating mostly leaves, and they can weigh anywhere from 20 to 50 pounds.
