Definition & Meaning of "new world monkey"

What is a "new world monkey"?

New World monkeys are a diverse group of primates found in the Americas, including Central and South America. They exhibit a wide range of sizes, colors, and tail lengths, and are known for their arboreal lifestyle, with adaptations such as prehensile tails that help them grasp and navigate through trees. They have a varied diet, including fruits, insects, and leaves, and are known for their agility and acrobatic movements. New World monkeys play important roles in their ecosystems as seed dispersers and are known for their social behavior, living in groups known as troops or clans.