With a lifespan of up to 40–60 years, the Bonobo (Pan paniscus) is among the longest-lived omnivore mammals. It inhabits rainforests habitats in Democratic Republic of Congo.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Bonobo | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 35 kg | 12 kg | ↑ 192% |
| Height | 150 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 50 km/h | 35 km/h | ↑ 43% |
| Avg Speed | 50 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Bonobo inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Democratic Republic of Congo.
Typical coloring: Black.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Bonobo is a social groups species belonging to the Hominidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Bonobo is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 34 omnivore mammals, the Bonobo’s weight of 30–40 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 12 kg.
Weight rank: #14 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Bonobo weigh?
A Bonobo typically weighs 30–40 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 12 kg among omnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Bonobo?
The Bonobo is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Bonobo live?
The Bonobo is found in Democratic Republic of Congo, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Bonobo reproduce?
The Bonobo has a gestation period of 220–230 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026