Celebes crested macaque

Macaca nigra

Critically Endangered

About

The Celebes Crested Macaque (Macaca nigra) is a species in the genus Macaca. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the Neotropic and Oceanian realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Cercopithecidae (Old World Monkeys)

Genus

Macaca

Species

Macaca nigra (Celebes crested macaque)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Macaca Negra

French Cynopithèque Nègre

Indonesian Yaki

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Celebes crested macaque?

The scientific name of Celebes crested macaque is Macaca nigra. It belongs to the genus Macaca.

What is the conservation status of Celebes crested macaque?

Celebes crested macaque (Macaca nigra) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Celebes crested macaque live?

Celebes crested macaque is found in Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia.

What family does Celebes crested macaque belong to?

Celebes crested macaque (Macaca nigra) belongs to the genus Macaca, which is part of the taxonomic family Cercopithecidae.

Is Celebes crested macaque endangered?

Yes, Celebes crested macaque (Macaca nigra) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Celebes crested macaque belong to?

Celebes crested macaque (Macaca nigra) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Celebes crested macaque?

The closest relatives of Celebes crested macaque in the genus Macaca include Barbary macaque, Assam Macaque, Booted Macaque, crab eating macaque, Japanese Macaque.