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Science Coronavirus Coverage U. Travel A road trip in Burgundy reveals far more than fine wine. Travel My Hometown In L. Travel The last artists crafting a Thai royal treasure. This version of the page will remain live for reference purposes as we work to update the content across our website. Spider monkeys are found in healthy tropical rainforests in Central and South America. The black spider monkey, Ateles paniscus , is one of three species of spider monkey. Archive Content Please note: This page has been archived and its content may no longer be up-to-date.

Toggle navigation. Language English. Key Facts. Common name Common Names. Latin name Scientific Name Ateles paniscus. Physical Description. Spider monkeys live in the upper layers of the rainforest and forage in the high canopy, from 25 to 30 m 82 to 98 ft.

They primarily eat fruits, but will also occasionally consume leaves, flowers, and insects. Due to their large size, spider monkeys require large tracts of moist evergreen forests and prefer undisturbed primary rainforest. They are social animals and live in bands of up to 35 individuals but will split up to forage during the day. Spider monkeys are native to tropical forests from southern Mexico to Brazil.



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