Endemic to Central Africa, the Mandrill is an omnivore species inhabiting rainforests habitats. Weighing Up to 55 kg, it is classified as Vulnerable.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Mandrill | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 55 kg | 12 kg | ↑ 358% |
| Height | 75 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 30 km/h | 35 km/h | ↓ 14% |
| Avg Speed | 30 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Mandrill inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Central Africa.
Typical coloring: Brown, Green.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Mandrill is a social groups species belonging to the Cercopithecidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
VU The Mandrill is classified as Vulnerable. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 34 omnivore mammals, the Mandrill’s weight of Up to 55 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 12 kg.
Weight rank: #18 of 34 Vulnerable species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
Related Species
How much does a Mandrill weigh?
A Mandrill typically weighs Up to 55 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 12 kg among omnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Mandrill?
The Mandrill is classified as “Vulnerable”. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Mandrill live?
The Mandrill is found in Central Africa, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Mandrill reproduce?
The Mandrill has a gestation period of 175–190 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026