Guenon is a word used to describe a group of small to medium-sized monkey species native to Africa. Some synonyms for the word guenon include the vervet monkey, the green monkey, the grivet monkey, and the talapoin. Other monkey species that fall under this classification include the blue monkey, the red-tailed monkey, and the Diana monkey. While guenons may all share similar physical characteristics, they vary in size, coloration, and behavior. These monkeys are known for their intelligence, agility, and social nature, and they can often be found living in groups in the forests and savannahs of Africa.