Woolly monkey

What is a "woolly monkey"?

The woolly monkey is a species of large primate native to the rainforests of South America, including countries such as Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. They are known for their distinctive appearance, with a dense coat of long, shaggy fur that ranges in color from brown to black or gray. Woolly monkeys are arboreal animals, spending most of their time in trees, and are well-adapted for life in the canopy with their strong limbs and prehensile tail that acts as an extra limb for climbing and balancing. They are social animals that live in groups and communicate with vocalizations and body language. Woolly monkeys are primarily herbivorous, feeding on a variety of fruits, leaves, flowers, and seeds.