Monkeys
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Red-shanked douc (Pygathrix nemaeus)
Red-shanked douc (Pygathrix nemaeus) This arboreal monkey stands out of other primates, not only with its impressive jumps but also…
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Chimpanzee – human cousin?
Chimpanzees (chimps) 4% – that’s exactly the difference between chimpanzees and humans. Our DNA is the same in 96% (some…
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Pygmy marmoset – the smallest monkey in the world
The pygmy marmoset (Cebuella pygmaea) Those small inhabitants of the South American jungle live mainly on trees. The pygmy marmoset,…
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Mandrill – the largest Old World monkey
Mandrill (Mandrillus sphinx) Mandrills are one of the largest monkeys in the world. Only gorillas, chimpanzees and orangutans* surpass them…
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Gorilla – the world’s biggest ape
Gorilla – the largest monkey on Earth Gorilla is the largest monkey in the world. Big, massive mouth and size…
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