Squirrel monkey

Saimiri boliviensis

Squirrel Monkey

Animal facts

Squirrel monkeys run along the branches of the forest canopy using their tails to balance. They are highly sociable and live in troops of up to 20 individuals. Their brightly coloured hair helps them spot each other among the trees.

Where they live

Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Venezuela, Columbia

Habitat

Rainforest

What they eat

Mainly insects; also fruit & seeds.

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