Least Concern
Gelada
Theropithecus gelada
A highland primate from Ethiopia, famous for its complex social groups and the bright patch of skin on its chest.
Category
Mammal
Habitat
Mountain
Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
15–20 years in the wild; over 30 years in captivity
Size
Body length 50–74 cm; tail 30–50 cm; weight 11–20 kg
Scientific Name
Theropithecus gelada
About Gelada
A highland primate from Ethiopia, famous for its complex social groups and the bright patch of skin on its chest.
It belongs to the Mammal group and is commonly associated with mountain habitats with a herbivore diet, with a lifespan of 15–20 years in the wild; over 30 years in captivity, a size of Body length 50–74 cm; tail 30–50 cm; weight 11–20 kg, a conservation status of Least Concern.
Fun Fact
Geladas spend much of the day sitting upright while plucking grass with nimble fingers.
Where Gelada Lives
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Simien Mountains
, Ethiopia
Ethiopian plateau
, Ethiopia