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A baboon is a type of monkey that lives in Africa and Arabia.
It has a long, dog-like snout, big teeth, and close-set eyes.
Its fur is usually brown, gray, or yellow, and it has a short tail that curls up.
A baboon also has a bare patch of skin on its bottom, called an ischial callosity, that helps it sit comfortably on rocks or trees.
A baboon can be very large, up to 120 cm (47 in) long and 40 kg (88 lb) heavy.
It is a social animal that lives in groups of up to 250 members.
A baboon eats fruits, seeds, roots, insects, birds, and small mammals.
It can run fast and climb well.
A baboon is a smart and adaptable creature that can survive in harsh environments.