Animal of the Day
Hamadryas Baboon (Papio hamadryas)
The Hamadryas baboon is known for its unique social structure, which is characterized by a harem system where one male mates with multiple females. They are also notable for their striking appearance, with males sporting a distinctive mane of long hair around their necks, giving them a regal look.
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