The very large baboon-like monkey (up to 80 kg or 176 lbs) that lived during the African Plio-Pleistocene was

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The very large baboon-like monkey that lived during the African Plio-Pleistocene is believed to be Theropithecus oswaldi, also known as the Osborn's dwarf baboon. This species had a weight of up to 80 kg and is distinguished by its large size, robust teeth, and strong jaws. Proconsul major and Sivapithecus indicus lived during the earlier Miocene epoch, while Oreopithecus bambolii lived in Europe during the late Miocene.

The Very Large Baboon-Like Monkey (Up to 80 Kg or 176