Baboons are large monkeys that live in savanna habitats in Africa. They are omnivores that weigh between 30 to 90 pounds, can be 2 to 4 feet long, and have tails up to 70 cm. Baboons live in groups and communicate loudly, while females sometimes give birth to twins. They are threatened by predators like lions and leopards and loss of habitat.

1. Baboon By Brooke

2. Physical Features 5 species of baboons 2 to 4 feet long with head and body Largest type of monkey Has brown to silvery fur Weighs 30 to 90 lbs Tail is 45 to 70 cm long

3. Diet/Behavior They are omnivores They are noisy animals Females sometimes have twins They sometimes throw stones for defense Can raid human dwellings

4. Habitat Live in savanna Savannas are hot areas of dry grass Savannas get a few months of rain each year Acacia and baobab trees grow there Enemies are lions, leopards, cheetahs, and servals Grass can grow up to 6 feet tall

5. Interesting Facts Can live up to 45 years in captivity Can live up to 30 years in the wild Endangered due to loss of habitat

6. Photo Credits Source United States Fish and Wildlife Service: Digital Library System ( WO-5697-031 ) Author Stolz, Gary M. http://www.flickr.com/photos/68008857@N00/2585531409 http://www.http://www.flickr.com/photos/68008857@N00/2585531409 http://flickr.com/photos/61468209@N00/4666120053 http://www.flickr.com/photos/95572727@N00/573322996