Black Howler Monkey Allouatta caraya
Aptly named for their loud calls, howler monkeys can most often be heard at dusk and dawn and may be heard up to three miles away!
ORIGIN:
South America
HABITAT:
Arid, deciduous and broadleaf forests
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
16-32 pounds
Length: 20-26 inches with a 24-26 inch tail
DIET:
Trees, vine leaves, flowers and tropical forest fruits
PREDATORS:
Large birds of prey
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Loud call, social groups
REPRODUCTION:
1 offspring every two years
THREATS:
Habitat loss, agricultural development and hunted as food
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Up to 20 yrs in human care
True or false? Howler monkeys are one of the few primate species in which males and females are different colors!
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