Watercolor illustration of Guinea-Pavian (Papio papio)

Guinea-Pavian

Papio papio

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Papión de Guinea
French Babouin de Guinée
German Guinea-Pavian
Portuguese Babuíno da Guiné

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Guinea-Pavian?
The scientific name of Guinea-Pavian is Papio papio. It belongs to the genus Papio.
What is the conservation status of Guinea-Pavian?
Guinea-Pavian (Papio papio) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Guinea-Pavian belong to?
Guinea-Pavian (Papio papio) belongs to the genus Papio, which is part of the taxonomic family Cercopithecidae.
What kingdom does Guinea-Pavian belong to?
Guinea-Pavian (Papio papio) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Guinea-Pavian?
The closest relatives of Guinea-Pavian in the genus Papio include Hamadryas-Pavian, olive baboon, Chacma Baboon, Kinda Baboon, yellow baboon.

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