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brown woolly monkey

Lagothrix lagothricha

Vulnerable

About

The Brown Woolly Monkey (Lagothrix lagothricha) is a species in the genus Lagothrix. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Species

Lagothrix lagothricha (brown woolly monkey)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Macaco Barrigudo

French Lagothriche de Humboldt

Similar Species in Lagothrix

Peruvian Yellow-tailed Woolly Monkey

Lagothrix flavicauda

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of brown woolly monkey?

The scientific name of brown woolly monkey is Lagothrix lagothricha. It belongs to the genus Lagothrix.

What is the conservation status of brown woolly monkey?

brown woolly monkey (Lagothrix lagothricha) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does brown woolly monkey live?

brown woolly monkey is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does brown woolly monkey belong to?

brown woolly monkey (Lagothrix lagothricha) belongs to the genus Lagothrix, which is part of the taxonomic family Atelidae.

Is brown woolly monkey endangered?

Yes, brown woolly monkey (Lagothrix lagothricha) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does brown woolly monkey belong to?

brown woolly monkey (Lagothrix lagothricha) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of brown woolly monkey?

The closest relatives of brown woolly monkey in the genus Lagothrix include Peruvian Yellow-tailed Woolly Monkey.