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Monkey with striking orange lips found after years hiding in Congo forest
Published 16 July 2026 ยท science
Scientists have identified a new monkey species in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This previously unknown primate features striking orange lips and unique facial markings
Scientists have identified a new monkey species in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This previously unknown primate features striking orange lips and unique facial markings.
Extensive fieldwork and genetic analysis confirmed its distinct evolutionary lineage. The discovery highlights the unexplored biodiversity within the vast Congo Basin rainforest. Conservation efforts are
now crucial for protecting this newly recognized species.