Moncaí géagach
- Scientific name: Ateles sp.
- IUCN status: Listed
- Habitat: Rainforest
- Diet: Herbivore – fruit,flowers, leaves and some insects.
Spider monkeys have long limbs and a long tail with a function as a fifth limb, hence the name ‘spider’ monkey. They live high up in the trees in troops, varying from four to about 35. The tail is able to grasp and/or hold objects.
Keeper’s Secret
A unique feature of spider monkeys is that they have four fingers on each hand but no thumb!