Patas monkey

The patas monkey (Erythrocebus patas), also known as the wadi monkey or hussar monkey, is a ground-dwelling monkey distributed over semi-arid areas of West Africa, and into East Africa. It is the only species classified in the genus Erythrocebus. Recent phylogenetic evidence indicates that it is the closest relative of the vervet monkey (Chlorocebus aethiops), suggesting nomenclatural revision.

Taxonomy

There is some confusion surrounding the number of valid subspecies, with some listing four, and others listing two; the western Erythrocebus patas patas (Common patas; with a black nose) and the eastern Erythrocebus patas pyrrhonotus (Nisnas; with a white nose). Others, however, have suggested that at least some of the features used to separate these subspecies are merely variations in the female's facial pattern during pregnancy. On the other hand, the change in the nose during pregnancy occurs only in the West African populations.

Physical description

The patas monkey grows to 85 cm (33 in) in length, excluding the tail, which measures 75 cm (30 in). Adult males are considerably larger than adult females. Reaching speeds of 55 km/h (34 mph), it is the fastest runner among the primates.

Patas (footballer)

Pedro Joaquim Furtado Moreno (born 20 July 1986), simply known as Patas is a Cabo Verdean professional footballer who plays for Santa Clara in Portugal mainly as a midfielder.

Club career

Born in Tarrafal, Patas kicked off his career in 2007 with local Cape Verde sides. In 2010, he came to Portugal signing with Águias Moradal in the third tier. After spending two successful season, he joined Benfica Castelo Branco in the same tier in 2012.

In 2014, he signed for Segunda Liga club Santa Clara on a two-year contract.

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Philippine Atheists and Agnostics Society

The Philippine Atheists and Agnostics Society (PATAS) is a nonprofit organization for the public understanding of atheism and agnosticism in the Philippines. It serves to educate society, and eliminate myths and misconceptions about atheism and agnosticism. It speaks against discrimination of the non-religious, and for equal opportunities as Filipino citizens. PATAS encourages harmonious information exchange among its atheist and agnostic members, and encourages its members to come out and speak for their lack of religious beliefs. The society was founded in February 2011 by Ms. Marissa Torres–Langseth who became its first chairperson and Mr. John Paraiso who became its first president. Effective 2014 January 1, Marissa Torres–Langseth announced her retirement from PATAS to focus on her health and marriage. On 6 January 2014, Yek Lai Fatt became the new PATAS chairman.

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