#845: Woolly Monkey

There are four species of Woolly Monkey, found in South America. Troops can number between 10 and 45 individuals, sometimes even more. However, they do tend to split into smaller groups for foraging. Fruit forms the staple part of her diet, although leaves and seeds are eaten in leaner times.  Woolly Monkeys live in the canopy of cloud forests. Her strong tail is prehensile, and can easily hold her weight, helping her to navigate the arboreal environment. She is hunted by eagles, jaguar and humans.