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Olive Baboon
Papio anubis
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About the Olive Baboon
The olive baboon is one of the most commonly encountered primates on East African safaris. Named for their olive-grey coat, these highly social primates live in troops of 15–150 individuals with complex dominance hierarchies.
They are incredibly adaptable and can be found in virtually every East African park, from the savannas of the Masai Mara to the forests of Lake Manyara. While often seen as nuisances at lodges, baboons are fascinating to watch for their intricate social interactions.
Fun Facts
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Baboons can run at speeds of up to 45 km/h
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Males use "yawning" to display their long canine teeth as a threat
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They are one of the few primates comfortable on the ground
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Baby baboons ride on their mother's back like tiny jockeys
Best Places
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