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Title: Capuchin Monkeys


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Capuchin Monkeys
  • By Andrea Hines

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Physical Description
  • Scientific Name Cebus Capucinus Life Span
    15-20 years Length The length of the head and
    body is 12-22 inches. The length of the tail is
    approximately the same. Weight Capuchin Monkeys
    weigh 3-8 pounds.

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Living Conditions
  • They live in groups of 3 to 30 members. A group
    can consist of 2 adult males, 4-8 adult females,
    2 sub-adult males, 5-9 juveniles, and about 4-5
    infant Capuchin Monkeys.
  • Adult males' job is to defend the group.

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Eating Habits
  • The proportion of each item in the total diet
    varies quite considerably from one species to
    another.

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Reproduction
  • Capuchin Monkeys are considered year-round
    breeders.
  • Females reach sexual maturity at four years,
    while males-at eight years.
  • Females usually give birth to only one baby at a
    time. However, twins do sometimes occur.
  • Gestation Period 150-180 days

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What makes them Special
  • The capuchin Monkey is considered to be the most
    intelligent of all the monkeys
  • They are common as pets, trained performers, and
    therapy animals.
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