Scientists found a new monkey in the Congo. The monkey is called Likweli. It is a type of Stummel-Affe. The animals have black fur. They have a light spot on the face. This spot looks like a mask.
Researchers saw the monkey in 2008. One photo was not enough proof. They saw the animal again 10 years later. They checked the genes and the body. The sounds of the monkeys are special. Now it is clear: It is a new type. The monkeys weigh 7 kilos.
The Likweli lives in a small area. This area is in the rain forest. The area is in the Congo-Becken. The monkey is in danger. Humans hunt the monkeys. People also destroy the forest. Researchers want to save the monkey. It goes on the Rote Liste. This is a list for animals in danger.
