Vervet monkey up close with people in Akwanga, Nigeria

A small monkey with brown and gray fur sits on the shoulder of a person wearing a denim jacket and a dark green hooded sweatshirt. The monkey's face is turned to the side, and its mouth appears to be near the person's ear. The person's head is tilted downwards. In the background, another person, also appearing to be a child, is visible. The environment appears to be outdoors, with dirt and tree roots visible on the ground, and a tree trunk to the left. Sunlight is filtering through the scene.

In this close-up, eye-level shot, a young monkey is being gently touched on the nose by a human finger. The monkey is perched on a thick tree root, its fur a mix of light brown and white, with a fluffy ruff around its neck. Its small, dark eyes appear curious or perhaps a little wary. The human's hand, wearing a light-colored sleeve, is reaching into the frame from the left. The scene is set outdoors, on the ground amidst tree roots and fallen leaves. The ground is a rich, reddish-brown soil. Scattered on the ground are a few small, colorful objects, possibly litter like a blue and white wrapper fragment and a yellow ring. The lighting suggests it is daytime, with sunlight dappling through unseen foliage, casting highlights on the monkey and roots, indicating a natural, possibly wooded or park-like environment. The overall mood appears peaceful and intimate, focusing on the gentle interaction between the human and the wild animal. No text is visible in the frame.

A close-up shot focuses on a monkey's face as it rests on a person's leg, which is covered by blue denim. The monkey has large, expressive brown eyes and light brown fur around its face. The person's jeans are visible, with a seam running down the leg. The camera appears to be held at an upward angle, with the monkey positioned in the center of the frame. The lighting suggests an outdoor setting. The video is short and the monkey's face takes up most of the screen.

A person holds a small monkey in their arms. The monkey is light brown and grey with a long tail. The person is wearing a dark green jacket over a t-shirt with a graphic design. The monkey is nestled in the crook of the person's arm and chest area. The person is holding an orange object in their left hand, which the monkey is also reaching for. The background is blurred but appears to be outdoors with some foliage and possibly rocks. In another shot, the monkey is being petted by the person. The monkey then moves and appears to be put into the person's jacket pocket.