Olive Baboons are a species of Baboon native to Africa. They are the largest of the Baboon species and can reach up to 2.5 feet in height and weigh up to 75 pounds. They live in multi-male, multi-female troops of up to 300 individuals and feed mainly on fruits, seeds, and other plant parts. They are very social animals and communicate using a wide range of vocalisations.

Large troop of Baboons moving across the plain in search of a new home in the trees

Female Baboons with their young

Female carrying her baby underneath her indicating that the baby is under two weeks old

After two weeks the babies sit on Mum’s back

Male Baboon searching for dropped fruit from a nearby tree

Vervet Monkeys are small to medium-sized primates with long tails and are usually black, grey or greenish in colour. The diet of the Vervet Monkey consists of mostly fruit, leaves, flowers and insects. They are social animals and live in groups of up to 40 individuals.

The males of the group are dominant and mark their territory by making loud calls which can be heard up to 2 miles away. They are very active during the day, and move around in search of food and shelter.

Young Monkey seeking out the troop

Playtime for the youngsters

Up in the trees searching for food