Which famous monkey sanctuary located in the Bono East Region protects sacred Mona and Black-and-White Colobus monkeys in two adjoining villages?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary
- Step 1: Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary was established in 1974 through traditional community taboo and conservation bylaws. Step 2. Monkeys that die are traditionally buried in a dedicated community cemetery with funeral rites. Answer: Boabeng-Fiema Monkey Sanctuary. Why not the others: Tafi Atome is in the Volta Region protecting Mona monkeys; Shai Hills protects baboons; Bobiri protects butterflies.
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