Colobus congoensis is hunted for meat, and its classification as a distinct species now allows it to be officially protected.

reported by one outlet so far · Asserted cause · first recorded Jul 16, 2:30 AM

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BBCCenter · Jul 16, 2:01 AM

The animals are hunted for meat.

Details: hunted for meat

BBCCenter · Jul 16, 2:01 AM

Now that Colobus congoensis is classified as a distinct species, it can be officially protected.

Details: species classification leads to official protection