Vervet bleu

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Mammalia (mammifères)

Order

Primates (Primates)

Family

Cercopithecidae (Old World Monkeys)

Genus

Chlorocebus

Species

Chlorocebus pygerythrus (Vervet bleu)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Vervet Oriental

French Vervet bleu

German Südafrikanische Grünmeerkatze

Similar Species in Chlorocebus

Cercopithèque dryas

Chlorocebus dryas

Endangered

Cercopthèque du Balé

Chlorocebus djamdjamensis

Vulnerable

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Grivet

Chlorocebus aethiops

Least Concern

Vervet malbrouck

Chlorocebus cynosuros

Least Concern

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Vervet tantale

Chlorocebus tantalus

Least Concern

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Vervet vert

Chlorocebus sabaeus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Vervet bleu?

The scientific name of Vervet bleu is Chlorocebus pygerythrus. It belongs to the genus Chlorocebus.

What is the conservation status of Vervet bleu?

Vervet bleu (Chlorocebus pygerythrus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Vervet bleu belong to?

Vervet bleu (Chlorocebus pygerythrus) belongs to the genus Chlorocebus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cercopithecidae.

Is Vervet bleu endangered?

No, Vervet bleu (Chlorocebus pygerythrus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Vervet bleu belong to?

Vervet bleu (Chlorocebus pygerythrus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Vervet bleu?

The closest relatives of Vervet bleu in the genus Chlorocebus include Cercopithèque dryas, Cercopthèque du Balé, Grivet, Vervet malbrouck, Vervet tantale.