| Drill | |||
| Genus | Papio | ||
| Species | leucophaeus | ||
| Status | Endangered | ||
| Habitat | Forest | ||
| Distribution | Equatorial West Africa; Central Africa | ||
| Height | (with tail) 20-40 inches (51-102 cm) | ||
| Weight | 110 pounds (50 kg) | ||
| Behavior |
The drill is a forest-living baboon that is incredibly strong and heavy-set. It has a striking appearance and can look quite frightening when it flashes its fanged teeth during a loud bark.
The drill is smaller than the mandrill and lacks its colorful markings. Drills are mostly a dark olive color, with a shiny black face. The drill has a brightly colored area on its body - its hairless bottom can be bright pink, red, or blue. On both buttocks there is a tough area of skin called a callus. The drill lives in a small group known as a troop. It will throw sticks and stones as possible enemies in order to protect its young. | ||
| Diet | Seeds, insects, small animals. | ||
| Feeding | Drills spend most of their time on the ground searching for food, but climb into trees to eat and sleep. | ||
| Lifespan | As long as 40 years | ||
| Conservation | The drill is threatened by forest destruction, but is protected today by conservation laws. | ||
| Interesting Facts | The drill is closely related to the mandrill. | ||
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