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- 264 known species
- Range in weight from 4 ounces to 75 lbs
- Range in length from 5 inches to 3 feet (plus tails)
- Ninth sigh in the Chinese Zodiac
- Two classifications: Old World monkeys and New World monkeys
- December 14 is celebrated as Monkey Day MonkeyDay.com: Official Monkey Day website
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Monkeys are a member of the simian primate group of animals. Around 25% of the world's primate species and subspecies are at risk of extinction.
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Old World Monkeys
Old World monkeys are native to Africa and Asia. Their scientific subfamily name is Cercopithecinae. They have narrow noses, eight premolars, and nonprehensile tails.Types of Old World Monkeys
New World Monkeys
New World monkeys are native to Central and South America. Their scientific subfamily name is Platyrrhini. They have flat noses, twelve premolars, and prehensile tails.-
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Monkeys Questions
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