Meaning of the word colobus in English

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colobus

US /ˈkɑːləbəs/
UK /ˈkɒləbəs/

Noun

a type of Old World monkey native to Africa, known for its striking black and white fur and long tail

Example:
The black and white colobus monkey is a beautiful sight in the African forest.
Colobus monkeys are primarily arboreal, spending most of their lives in trees.
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