Vervet Monkey

Vervet monkeys are medium-sized African monkeys with grayish coats, dark faces and long tails. They use woodland, savanna and river-edge habitats, feeding on fruit, leaves, seeds and insects. Social groups spend time both on the ground and in trees. Different alarm calls can draw attention to different kinds of danger. Grooming and social contact help maintain relationships within the troop. Trees provide feeding opportunities and refuge, while open ground offers additional food during daily foraging.