Facts about Monkeys

Monkeys do not catch colds.

The smallest monkey is the pygmy marmoset only measuring 5-6 inches.

The male howler Monkey is the loudest land animal, its “howl” can be heard at a distance of ten miles.

Monkeys are excellent swimmers but most monkeys prefer not to swim at all.

Monkeys learn from each other, and will often mimic movements.

Monkey’s groom each other both for cleanliness and social Monkey’s are primates.

Primates are a group of mammals characterized by having five fingers on their hands to enable them to grasp objects and food.

rimates are usually erect mammals with a spine, large eyes and good vision, and a relatively large brain in relation to their body weight.

Like human’s monkey have unique fingerprints that are different from other monkeys.

Monkeys show feelings of affection

Monkeys are very smart and learn from each other.

Monkeys live for 20 years or more.

The fur of monkeys offers protection from rain, wind and insects.

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