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The mandrill (Mandrillus sphinx) is a primate of the Old World monkey (Cercopithecidae) family. It is one of two species assigned to the genus Mandrillus, along with the drill. Both the mandrill and the drill were once classified as baboons in the genus Papio, but they now have their own genus, Mandrillus. Although they look superficially like baboons, they are more closely related to Cercocebus mangabeys. Mandrills are found in southern Cameroon, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and Congo. Mandrills mostly live in tropical rainforests. They live in very large groups. Mandrills have an omnivorous diet consisting mostly of fruits and insects. Their mating season peaks in July to September, with a corresponding birth peak in December to April. Mandrills are the world's largest monkeys. The mandrill is classified as vulnerable by IUCN (Wikipedia).

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Mandy Thomas 21 Jan 2020

wow great choice of focusing on the eyes superb

Artist Reply: thank you

Joanie Holliday 12 Nov 2019

GREAT WORK ON THIS UGLY BEAST. BEAUTY IS IN THE EYE OF THE BEHOLDER

Artist Reply: true and thanks

Al Budarin 12 Nov 2019

Fantastic way you show your Artistry very skillful I your craft

Artist Reply: thank you