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Scientists Discover New Monkey Species in Eastern Congo After 20 Years

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First reported by Now 14 · 6 hours ago

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After nearly 20 years of research, scientists have discovered a new monkey species called Likweli in eastern Congo's forests, marking a rare find in primatology. The species is closely related to the black colobus monkey despite their geographic distance. This discovery highlights the need to protect Congo's forest ecosystems.

01Scientists identify a new monkey species, Colobus congoensis, in eastern Congo after 20 years.
02Likweli is the fifth new monkey species discovered globally in the last 75 years.
03Genetic tests show it is closely related to the black colobus monkey despite 1,200 km separation.
04The monkey is shy and rarely seen, complicating research since its first sighting in 2008.
05An international expedition in 2018 confirmed it as a distinct, previously unknown species.
06Researchers hope the discovery will boost conservation efforts for Congo's forests.

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