Howler (Black Monkey) in natural habitat
Least Concern

Howler (Black Monkey)

Alouatta caraya

About

The black howler monkey is known for its incredibly loud vocalizations, which can be heard up to 3 miles (5 km) away. They are the largest New World monkeys and live in social groups with a complex hierarchy. Howler monkeys spend most of their time in trees and rarely come to the ground.

Habitat

Forests of South America

Diet

Frugivorous - primarily fruits, leaves, and flowers

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Fun Facts

  • Howler monkeys have the loudest call of any land animal.
  • Their calls can be heard up to 3 miles (5 km) away.
  • Howler monkeys spend up to 80% of their day resting.

Conservation

StatusLeast Concern

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