The M18 between J2 and J3 is undergoing maintenance throughout January and February with diversions in place some evenings and weekends. Full details can be found on the National Highways website.

Gelada Monkeys

Status

Least Concern
Size

Up to 16 kg
Threat

Habitat loss
Distribution

Ethiopian Highlands
Diet

Herbivore

'Experience Ethiopia' is home to a troop of very excitable Gelada Monkeys. Look along the hillsides to catch a glimpse of the monkeys foraging and playing around the caves.

Gelada Monkeys are the last surviving species of grazing primates. They eat around a quarter of their body weight in grass every single day!

The pink heart shaped patch on their chest is a display of dominance and reproductive status for the males. Boys can also be seen upturning and smacking their upper lip to expose their huge canine teeth.