Chimpanzee

Colobus Guereza Suborder: Halporhini Superfamily: Cercopithecidae Family: Colobinae Colobus Guereza, or the Mantled Guereza, is a member of the Colobinae family, which contains Old World, leaf-eating monkeys. We chose the species for a couple reasons. First, its mantle of white long, white hair, which is distinct and the source of its name. Second, it is one of the only Colobinae species present in US zoos. The Mantled Guereza is endemic to Equitorial Africa. It can be found in forests,…

A platypus… isn’t it an odd creature? After all, a platypus is like an odd mixture of many animals that have evolved during time, so it’s weird looking. In my opinion, I think a platypus is a great animal since it’s unique and they’re adorable… in my eyes at least. I chose a platypus as my animal for the Geometric Shapes Project because I used to watch a show with a platypus being a secret agent and wearing a sombrero, and I found that adorable. In my opinion, I think that platypuses are odd, so…

This essay will be about Pygmy Marmoset and all the little facts you should know about them. I also talk about how their brains were changed but not from evolution but by humans. They also have a little secret about their size if you keep on reading you’ll learn all about them. Pygmy Marmoset is the type of monkey i'll be writing about it's also known as a Pocket Monkey, Little Lion, and the Dwarf Monkey. They are the smallest monkeys known. They weigh less than 5 oz when fully grown. There are…

A conspiracy theory is a belief that some convert but influential organization is responsible for a circumstance or event. Whether you believe in bigfoot or not, there is a large amount proving his existence. Bigfoot is real because, there are numerous sightings and lots of footprints. Bigfoot is incredibly good at hiding, which is why it is so hard to find bigfoot. They are commonly mistaken as a bear and other common creatures instead of bigfoot. Nearly one-third of Americans believe in…

Modern day primates like the Howler Monkey closely resemble the ancient Aegyptopithecus primate. Howler Monkeys known for their loud howls that can reach up to three miles away plus enjoy making nests to live in while Aegyptopithecus are known for bridging the gap between the Eocene and Miocene fossils. The Aegyptopithecus and the Howler Monkey have numerous similarities and differences. The differences include geographic location, skeletal features, and daily behavior; meanwhile similarities…

With America choosing to throw out products tested on animals, the question people must ask themselves is, is animal testing really that bad? Arguing that rats who were born in laboratories and raised to be tested on is wrong, it makes people wonder if it really is bad. Animals are very similar to humans and resemble them outstandingly. With critters slowly becoming a widely talked about source in the world, communities have begun a debate about what side to be on. “My own experience of over 60…

The Statue of Yuny and Renenutet is a male and female sculpture. It consist of 2 statue figures. Both figures facing frontwards. The couple Yuny and Renenutet are sitting down together on a bench with Renenutet right arm around Yuny shoulder. Yuny has a taller scale than Renenutet. Both statues have slit- like eyes in an almond shape figure. By both statues being seated their body curves are being accentuated. Renenutet has arched eyebrows, full lips, and a crack within her bridge, arm, and foot…

Sue Savage-Rumbaugh is an American psychologist who tried, and succeeded, teaching an ape, bonobo, how to use a language. Animals can learn to use a language. One example is Kanzi, a 26-year-old male bonobo. Animals are more intelligent than we think, they don’t talk but they understand each other, scientists have been successful in teaching animals out language, and they can communicate in many different ways. Language is not just talking, in fact, it is how people or animals share their…

CHARACTERS OF PRIMATES Introduction – The members of the order primate are characterized by having forward-facing eyes and very flexible fingers, legs and arms that assist them to lead an arboreal life which arefound allover the world. They have large brain in comparison to other mammals. They show a combination of primitive and specialized characters. They are primarily arboreal and return to land as a secondary condition…

All over the world there are many different animals roaming around in air, land, or water. Every animal has a unique feature, whether its appearance, behaviour, or lifestyle. For example, felines are usually known for their attractive fur, agility, and muscular strength. Although cheetahs aren’t known for what felines are usually known for, they are very special. What comes in mind when asked ‘What felines are the fastest?’ usually the answer is cheetahs. Exceeding many speeds of many animals,…