Animal Facts
Scientific Name
Erythrocebus patas
Range
Semi-arid areas of West and East Africa
Location in the Zoo
Wortham World of Primates
Cool Animal Fact
Their extensile cheeks can hold the same amount of food as their stomachs.
Tue, Dec. 24: The Zoo will be closing early at 2pm, with last entry at 1pm.
All Animals
Patas Monkey
Patas monkeys are the fastest primate species in the world. They can sprint at speeds of up to 50 kilometers per hour.
