What is another word for Family Cercopithecidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli sˈɜːkəpˌɪθɪsˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
Family Cercopithecidae is a group of Old World monkeys that inhabit Africa and Asia. This family includes over 140 species, from the common baboon to the elusive colobus monkey. Synonyms for Family Cercopithecidae include "Old World Monkey Family" and "African Monkey Family". Some members of this family are known for their bipedal walking (walking on two feet), and they have been studied extensively for their social behaviors and communication patterns. While some members of this family are critically endangered due to habitat loss, others have adapted well to human presence and can be seen in many zoos and wildlife parks around the world.
