Grivet
The grivet (Chlorocebus aethiops) is an omnivorous mammal native to Africa.
- Scientific name
- Chlorocebus aethiops
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Cercopithecidae
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa
- Weight
- 4 kg
- Length
- 56 cm
- Lifespan
- 32 years
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a grivet eat?
The grivet is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.
How big is a grivet?
The grivet weighs around 4 kg and measures about 56 cm.
How long do grivets live?
In the wild, the grivet can live up to about 32 years.
Where do grivets live?
Grivets are found in Africa, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the grivet endangered?
The grivet is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.