Mandrills

Mandrills are big monkeys that live in the rainforests of Africa. They are famous for their bright colors. Male mandrills have red and blue stripes on their faces. They are the largest monkeys in the world.

Bright Colors

The male mandrill has some of the brightest colors of any animal. His face has a red stripe in the middle and blue stripes on the sides. These bright colors help him find a mate. The brighter the colors, the stronger the male looks.

Living Together

Mandrills live in groups called hordes. A horde can have hundreds of mandrills in it. They walk through the forest looking for food like fruit, seeds, and bugs. Mandrills have cheek pouches where they can store food to eat later.

Fun Facts

• Mandrills are the largest kind of monkey on Earth.
• A male mandrill can weigh up to 75 pounds.
• Mandrills have long, sharp teeth that can be longer than a lion's fangs.

Did You Know?

The character Rafiki in The Lion King is a mandrill, even though he is sometimes called a baboon.