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Locomotor Anatomy and Behavior of Patas Monkeys (Erythrocebus patas) with Comparison to Vervet Monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops)
Joint Authors
Zihlman, Adrienne L.
Underwood, Carol E.
Source
Anatomy Research International
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-11, 11 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-09-26
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
11
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Patas monkeys (Erythrocebus patas) living in African savanna woodlands and grassland habitats have a locomotor system that allows them to run fast, presumably to avoid predators.
Long fore- and hindlimbs, long foot bones, short toes, and a digitigrade foot posture were proposed as anatomical correlates with speed.
In addition to skeletal proportions, soft tissue and whole body proportions are important components of the locomotor system.
To further distinguish patas anatomy from other Old World monkeys, a comparative study based on dissection of skin, muscle, and bone from complete individuals of patas and vervet monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops) was undertaken.
Analysis reveals that small adjustments in patas skeletal proportions, relative mass of limbs and tail, and specific muscle groups promote efficient sagittal limb motion.
The ability to run fast is based on a locomotor system adapted for long distance walking.
The patas’ larger home range and longer daily range than those of vervets give them access to highly dispersed, nutritious foods, water, and sleeping trees.
Furthermore, patas monkeys have physiological adaptations that enable them to tolerate and dissipate heat.
These features all contribute to the distinct adaptation that is the patas monkeys’ basis for survival in grassland and savanna woodland areas.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Zihlman, Adrienne L.& Underwood, Carol E.. 2013. Locomotor Anatomy and Behavior of Patas Monkeys (Erythrocebus patas) with Comparison to Vervet Monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops). Anatomy Research International،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-469893
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Zihlman, Adrienne L.& Underwood, Carol E.. Locomotor Anatomy and Behavior of Patas Monkeys (Erythrocebus patas) with Comparison to Vervet Monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops). Anatomy Research International No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-469893
American Medical Association (AMA)
Zihlman, Adrienne L.& Underwood, Carol E.. Locomotor Anatomy and Behavior of Patas Monkeys (Erythrocebus patas) with Comparison to Vervet Monkeys (Cercopithecus aethiops). Anatomy Research International. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-469893
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-469893