As with all primates the Vervet Monkey relies on sight with colour vision rather than scent, not only in locating food but also in displaying dominanc
As with all primates the Vervet Monkey relies on sight with colour vision rather than scent, not only in locating food but also in displaying dominance and sexual status. Here a dominant male has the brightly coloured genitals to highlight his status
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Location: Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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