Monkeys live in all sorts of habitats, from forests to deserts. They are famous for their leaps from tree to tree, and you’ve probably seen them on TV or in movies. They also make fascinating study subjects.
Most monkeys are omnivorous, with fruit making up a large part of their diets. But they eat just about anything else as well: leaves, flowers, vegetables, bark, roots, rodents, invertebrates and even seeds and fruit pits. They are smart, and they know when to go after certain things based on their availability in their habitats.
They have long tails to help them balance as they swing from branch to branch, and their fingers and toes are adapted for grasping. Most species have five digits (the thumb and big toe are divergent), and their nails have been flattened, which allows them to grip branches tightly.
They communicate with facial expressions, body movements and vocalizations. For example, if a monkey sees another monkey staring down at him, it will often look away to avoid provoking the other animal. This is an important tactic to prevent fights over territory and food sources. They can also use their long noses to smell.
In the wild, monkeys scavenge in cities and raid gardens and farms to find fresh fruits and vegetables. They are very adaptable and can eat just about anything, which is one of the keys to their survival. They are also known to have long lifespans. But a new study has found that slashing their calorie intake doesn’t increase their life expectancy, which is different than a similar study in mice and nematodes.
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