Primates, TAR-WOR
Primate, in zoology, any mammal of the group that includes the lemurs, lorises, tarsiers, monkeys, apes, and humans. The order Primates, with its 300 or more species, is the third most diverse order of mammals, after rodents (Rodentia) and bats (Chiroptera).
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tarsier
tarsier, (family Tarsiidae), any of about 13 species of small leaping primates found only on various islands of......
titi
titi, (genus Callicebus), any of about 20 species of small arboreal monkeys that have long furred tails and are......
uakari
uakari, (genus Cacajao), any of several types of short-tailed South American monkeys with shaggy fur, humanlike......
vervet
vervet, (genus Chlorocebus), any of six known species of widely distributed semiarboreal African monkeys. Vervet......
What’s the Difference Between Monkeys and Apes?
Monkeys and apes are both primates, which means they’re both part of the human family tree. As distinguished relatives,......
Why do apes live in groups?
All apes, except for orangutans, live in groups. This arrangement gives them advantages when it comes to raising......
Why do gorillas beat their chests?
Chest beating is a powerful tool in the gorilla’s communication arsenal. Both males and females engage in this......
woolly monkey
woolly monkey, any of five species of densely furred South American primates found in rainforests of the western......
woolly spider monkey
woolly spider monkey, (genus Brachyteles), extremely rare primate that lives only in the remaining Atlantic forests......
Working Like a Dog: 7 Animals with Jobs
The number one job for many animals is often simply being cute. However, for a few critters, working it means actual......