syke monkey cercopithecus albogularis sitting the roof shimoni kenya

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Syke's monkey, Cercopithecus albogularis, sitting on the roof in Shimoni, Kenya

Sykes's monkey (*Cercopithecus albogularis*), native to Shimoni, Kenya, is perched on a corrugated metal roof. Its coat is a mix of gray and white with distinct facial markings. Bright orange eyes contrast with its dark face, and it has a contemplative posture while sitting. The background features lush green foliage, suggesting a natural habitat. The monkey's slender limbs and prehensile tail are visible, indicating its adaptation to arboreal life.