Baboon – Non Trophy

Aepyceros melampus

Africa’s Diverse Primate

Baboons, Old World monkeys belonging to the Papio genus, are captivating primates found in Africa and parts of the Arabian Peninsula.

They vary in size, with the smallest Kinda baboon at 50 cm and the largest chacma baboon at 120 cm.

Baboons are recognized by their distinctive features, including long muzzles, sharp canine teeth, and ischial callosities on their buttocks.

There are six baboon species, each native to specific African regions and characterized by unique behaviors and appearances.

They exhibit complex social structures, omnivorous diets, and sexual dimorphism in size and features.

Baboons are remarkable creatures that contribute to Africa’s rich biodiversity.

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Baboon – Non Trophy
Non Trophy

Baboon – Non Trophy

Aepyceros melampus

Africa’s Diverse Primate

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Non Trophy

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$150.00

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Scientific name

Aepyceros melampus

Mass

Adult Male: ~50–80 kg (110–176 lb) Adult Female: ~40–60 kg (88–132 lb) Fun Fact:

About the species

Africa’s Diverse Primate

Baboons, Old World monkeys belonging to the Papio genus, are captivating primates found in Africa and parts of the Arabian Peninsula.

They vary in size, with the smallest Kinda baboon at 50 cm and the largest chacma baboon at 120 cm.

Baboons are recognized by their distinctive features, including long muzzles, sharp canine teeth, and ischial callosities on their buttocks.

There are six baboon species, each native to specific African regions and characterized by unique behaviors and appearances.

They exhibit complex social structures, omnivorous diets, and sexual dimorphism in size and features.

Baboons are remarkable creatures that contribute to Africa’s rich biodiversity.

Fun fact

Impalas are exceptional jumpers, able to leap up to 3 meters high and 10 meters long to escape predators.

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Range & tracks

Where this species occurs, and the spoor your tracker will be reading.

Distribution map

Spoor

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