White-headed capuchin

Cebus capucinus
Cebid monkeys (Cebidae)

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Slender monkey with white face, throat, belly and shoulders. Back and limbs are black. Older individuals sometimes have a crest.

Lives in groups. A smart monkey that uses tools; for example, stones to crack nuts. Used to be a companion for the organ grinder! The name originated from the Capuchin friars, having some resemblance!

⇔ hbl. 32-46 cm, tl. 42-50 cm

syn. White-faced capuchin, White-throated capuchin

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