Primates of Kibale National Park.
There are a record 13 primates in Kibale National Park, which is a beautiful, wooded location in western Uganda. Not merely for show, Kibale National Park is known as the primate capital of Africa. It boasts a rich biodiversity and a large number of primate species that hover, loiter, and make various noises in the forest, all of which blend in perfectly with the lovely bird sounds.
One of the most popular places to visit in Uganda is Kibale National Park, which is also one of the greatest places to see primates in all of Africa. These are the 13 primates found in Kibale National Park that visitors may see while participating in chimpanzee tracking, primate walks, nature hikes, and other activities.
The Chimpanzee
The top 13 primates that visitors to Kibale National Park may see there are chimpanzees. Only around 80 of the more than 1000 chimpanzees known to exist in Kibale National Park have been completely acclimated for visitors to interact with during a chimpanzee tracking session.
Because they share around 98% of their DNA with humans, chimpanzees are thought to be very clever, as shown by their use of leaves as umbrellas in the rain.
Mangabey, Uganda
Prior to its recognition as an endemic species only found in Uganda in 2007, the Uganda Mangabey was mistakenly believed to be a Grey-cheeked mangabey. Though smaller, the Uganda Mangabey is comparable to the Grey-cheeked Mangabey.
Monkeys with red tails
The red-tailed Other names for monkeys include black-cheeked-white-nosed monkey, red-tailed guenon, and spot-nosed monkey. The biggest characteristic of red-tailed monkeys is their enormous cheek pouches, which may hold as much food as a stomach. They do this action to prevent other monkeys in Kibale National Park from stealing their food.
White-and-Black Colobus Monkeys
One of the most prevalent monkey species in Kibale National Park is the Black and White Colobus Monkey. The word “colobus” literally means “mutilated,” which perfectly captures the almost nonexistent thumb seen on all colobus monkeys worldwide.
A whole black body, white beard, and white shoulders and back are characteristics of the Black and White Colobus monkey.
Vervet Monkeys
The ears, cheeks, tail tip, and feet of vervet monkeys are all black, and they have an olive-like, greenish, and silver-greyish appearance. Dominant vervet monkeys do get the most advantages, such as grooming from other vervet monkeys.
The Monkeys of L’Hoest
L’Hoest’s monkeys have white beards and short, dark grey fur covering their body. Large cheek pouches are another feature of L’Hoest’s monkeys that they use to store food, which often consists of fruits, shoots, and leaves. In the dense underbrush of Kibale National Park, L’Hoest’s monkeys are widely distributed.
Baboons with olives
The sole baboon species in the nation are olive baboons, which are mostly seen in great numbers in Kibale National Park. You may see olive baboons as soon as you drive up to the park, and they are mostly found inside, where they reside in big groups.
Blue Monkeys in Kibale National Park
Kibale National Park is home to guenon monkeys, including blue monkeys. Blue monkeys are dark-blue-grey in color, with a noticeable white fur patch on the chest and a white neck. It is true that blue monkeys live in groups of four to twelve. It is not uncommon to see blue monkeys at Kibale National Park.
Mangabey with Grey Cheeked
The grey-cheeked mangabey, sometimes known as the white-cheeked mangabey, resembles a baboon with a mane around its neck and thicker hair. Only located in Uganda’s Kibale and Semuliki National Parks, the grey-cheeked mangabey is now undergoing habituation to permit more human contact if it is seen.
The Red Colobus Monkey
The faces of the red colobus monkeys are a mixture of black and grey, and they have a rust-red look. Red colobus monkeys are often seen in Kibale National Park, where they typically use their balance to hop from tree to tree.
The Patas Monkey
Because of its red fur and soldier-like mustache, a patas monkey is frequently called a military monkey. A patas monkey can sprint up to 35 meters per hour, making it a very quick primate. Female patas monkeys lead the battalions in which the monkeys reside. Instead, the male patas monkeys take their time caring for their young and sounding their warnings when anything is dangerous.
Potto
Standing around 14 inches tall and weighing between 1.8 and 3.5 pounds, pottos are little primates that may be seen in Kibale National Park. Initially white and creamy, potatoes may become gray, reddish, or brown as they mature. Because their eyes are big enough to see in the dark, pottos are also nocturnal.
Galago Demidoff
The bush babes are a frequent nickname for Demidoff Galago. Despite being the tiniest primates in Africa, Demidoff galagos have long tails and big eyes that allow them to see well even in the dark or at night. Since Demidoff galagos are nocturnal, you might think about going on a nighttime primate walk in Kibale National Park to witness them.
Under the supervision of rangers and guides who are familiar with the area and all of its residents, visitors may experience the primates of Kibale National area via a monkey tracking program. If you’re interested in monitoring primates in Kibale National Park, particularly chimpanzees, schedule a Uganda monkey safari for an unforgettable experience.
