Cebus versicolor Pucheran, 1845

Taxonomic Classification

The varied white-fronted capuchin, Cebus versicolor, is a species of gracile capuchin monkey native to Colombia. It was originally classified as a subspecies of the white-fronted capuchin, Cebus albifrons.

Species Distinction

A 2012 genetic analysis conducted by Jean Boubli identified it as a distinct separate species. Some authors classify the Río Cesar white-fronted capuchin as a subspecies of the varied white-fronted capuchin.

Habitat and Range

This monkey lives in lowland moist forest and palm swamps in the Río Magdalena Valley of northern Colombia.

Fur Coloration

Its back, forearms, and the front of its legs are covered in reddish fur, which contrasts with the lighter fur covering most of its body. It has a dark brown crown on its head, which contrasts with the light fur covering its temples, forehead, chin, throat, and the sides of its face and neck.

Body Measurements

Its head and body length ranges between 45 and 50.5 cm (17.7 and 19.9 in), and its tail length ranges between 42 and 45.5 cm (1.65 and 1.79 in).