Central African Red Colobus

Piliocolobus foai

Endangered

About

The Central African Red Colobus (Piliocolobus foai) is a species in the genus Piliocolobus. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Primates (Primaten)

Family

Cercopithecidae (Old World Monkeys)

Genus

Piliocolobus

Species

Piliocolobus foai (Central African Red Colobus)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Colobo Rojo del Ouroua

French Colobe de Foa

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Udzungwa-Stummelaffe

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Lomami Red Colobus

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Niger Delta Red Colobus

Piliocolobus epieni

Critically Endangered

Oustalet's Red Colobus

Piliocolobus oustaleti

Vulnerable

Pennant s Red Colobus

Piliocolobus pennantii

Critically Endangered

Tana River Red Colobus

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Preuss s Red Colobus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Central African Red Colobus?

The scientific name of Central African Red Colobus is Piliocolobus foai. It belongs to the genus Piliocolobus.

What is the conservation status of Central African Red Colobus?

Central African Red Colobus (Piliocolobus foai) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Central African Red Colobus belong to?

Central African Red Colobus (Piliocolobus foai) belongs to the genus Piliocolobus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cercopithecidae.

Is Central African Red Colobus endangered?

Yes, Central African Red Colobus (Piliocolobus foai) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Central African Red Colobus belong to?

Central African Red Colobus (Piliocolobus foai) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Central African Red Colobus?

The closest relatives of Central African Red Colobus in the genus Piliocolobus include Udzungwa-Stummelaffe, Lomami Red Colobus, Niger Delta Red Colobus, Oustalet's Red Colobus, Pennant s Red Colobus.