Mandriline

Mandriline is a genus of Old World monkeys, belonging to the family Cercopithecidae. It is the only genus in the subfamily Mandrilinae. The genus includes two species: the mandrill (Mandrillus sphinx) and the drill (Mandrillus leucophaeus). Both species are native to the rainforests of Central Africa, with the mandrill inhabiting the southern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the drill inhabiting the northern part of the same country, as well as parts of Cameroon and Gabon.

Mandrills are known for their distinctive red and black facial skin, which is used for communication and mating displays. They are also known for their aggressive behavior, particularly towards other mandrills. Drills, on the other hand, have a more docile temperament and are less aggressive. They are also known for their distinctive white facial skin, which is used for communication and mating displays.

Both species are threatened by habitat loss and hunting. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has classified both species as vulnerable. Conservation efforts are underway to protect these endangered primates and their habitats.