How many baboons are in the Rooiels troop?

As of September 2025, there were 29 individuals in the troop – 4 adult males and 13 adult females, along with 12 juveniles and infants. Our neighbouring troops are similar in size. In general, baboon troops can range from about 22 to 100 individuals¹. 


1 Barrett, Louise & Henzi, Peter. (2008). Baboons. Current biology : CB. 18. R404-6. 10.1016/j.cub.2008.02.074