Chlorocebus

Chlorocebus is a genus of African Old World monkeys that includes vervet monkeys and the green monkey. Its species inhabit varied environments across sub-Saharan Africa and nearby islands.

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Cercopithecini: Cercopithecini is a tribe of African guenons within the Old World monkey family Cercopithecidae. Chlorocebus is one of the tribe’s genera, alongside guenons such as Cercopithecus.
African green monkey kidney cell: An immortalized cell line derived from African green monkey kidney tissue and widely used in laboratory research. Cells from Chlorocebus sabaeus have become standard tools in virology and cell biology.
Vervet monkey alarm calls: Vervet monkey alarm calls are distinct vocal signals associated with different predator threats. This well-studied communication system shows how a Chlorocebus species responds to danger.
Grivet: The grivet is a Chlorocebus species native to northeastern Africa, commonly classified as Chlorocebus aethiops. Its range illustrates the genus’s presence in dry northeastern African habitats.
Primate taxonomy: Primate taxonomy classifies primates into named groups based on evolutionary relationships and shared traits. Species boundaries and names within Chlorocebus have shifted with competing classifications.
Cercopithecidae: Cercopithecidae is the family of Old World monkeys, including baboons, macaques, and guenons. This family supplies the broader taxonomic group that contains Chlorocebus.
Simian immunodeficiency virus: Simian immunodeficiency virus is a group of primate lentiviruses related to HIV, often adapted to their natural hosts. Natural host species in Chlorocebus can carry SIV without developing AIDS-like illness.
Primate color vision: Primate color vision is the ability to distinguish wavelengths through cone photoreceptors in the retina. Color vision helps Chlorocebus monkeys find ripe fruits and young leaves.
Malbrouck: The malbrouck is a Chlorocebus species found in parts of central and southern Africa. This species represents the genus’s broad distribution south of the equator.
Cryptic species: Cryptic species are distinct evolutionary lineages that are difficult to distinguish by appearance alone. Genetic differences may reveal unrecognized diversity among populations assigned to Chlorocebus.