History of Monkeys
How many species of monkeys are there in the world?
260
Where do monkeys live?
trees or the ground
Are monkeys social?
yes, very social
What sounds do monkeys use to communicate?
clicks, calls and chatter
A monkey's brain is very large and they are very intelligent, true or false
true
About how many years have primates been around?
millions of years
What do monkeys eat?
fruit and insects
Do monkeys prosper in captivity like zoos?
No
Do scientists believe that different groups develop their own langauges?
yes
What intelligent things do monkeys do?
use tools to make nests, drink water, and defend themselves
About how much does the smallest monkey weight?
4 ounces
Why are zoos not a good place for monkeys?
They do not have enough space for monkeys to live like they do in the wild.
Are monkeys good at caring for and teaching their young children?
yes similar to humans
What is the biggest threat to monkeys?
humans
About how much does the largest monkey weigh?
77 pounds
What are the 3 names for a group of monkeys?
tribe, troop or mission
Are young monkeys playful, curious and even mean to each other? yes or no
yes
Why are humans the biggest threats to monkeys?
They are sold for pets, eaten or illegally sold for lab tests.
What are the names of the smallest and largest monkeys?
Pygmy Marmoset is the smallest and the largest is the Mandrill
Are mothers or fathers the authority (boss) of the group?
mothers
Do all monkeys stay with their group when they grow up?
No some will leave the group depending on the species