Vervet monkeys live in complex but stable social groups, called troops, numbering up to 50 individuals. Troops usually consist of multiple male members that may not be related. Within each group there is an order of dominance that is maintained by threat and aggression.

Where do vervet monkeys sleep at night?

Vervet monkeys are highly adaptable primates that forage the grasslands and trees of the savanna during the day and sleep in trees at night.

How long do Vervet monkeys live for?

The scientific name for the Vervet Monkey is Chlorocebus pygerythrus. What is the lifespan of a Vervet Monkey? Vervet Monkeys can live for 12 to 24 years.