Watercolor illustration of Mona de Berbería (Macaca sylvanus)

Mona de Berbería

Macaca sylvanus

Endangered
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The Barbary macaque (Macaca sylvanus) is a species in the genus Macaca. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Germany and Spain. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Mona de Berbería
French Macaque de Gibraltar
German Magot
Arabic Kird

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mona de Berbería?
The scientific name of Mona de Berbería is Macaca sylvanus. It belongs to the genus Macaca.
What is the conservation status of Mona de Berbería?
Mona de Berbería (Macaca sylvanus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mona de Berbería live?
Mona de Berbería is found in Distributed across Germany and Spain. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Germany, Spain.
What family does Mona de Berbería belong to?
Mona de Berbería (Macaca sylvanus) belongs to the genus Macaca, which is part of the taxonomic family Cercopithecidae.
Is Mona de Berbería endangered?
Yes, Mona de Berbería (Macaca sylvanus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Mona de Berbería belong to?
Mona de Berbería (Macaca sylvanus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Mona de Berbería?
The closest relatives of Mona de Berbería in the genus Macaca include Macaca Cola De Cerdo, Macaca De Formosa, Macaca Del Himalaya, Macaca Del Tibet, Macaca De Madras.

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