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Bonnet Macaque

Fact:

The Bonnet Macaque is a diurnal monkey which means it is mostly active during the daytime. Bonnet Macaques are around 35 – 60 centimetres long plus a tail of 35 – 68 centimetres.

Habitat:

Forests, plantations, agricultural and urban areas.

Threats:

Local trade in live animals for research and road shows.

Range:

Peninsular India.

Additional Information:

Bonnet macaques have cheek pouches used to store and carry food collected while foraging.