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  1. Capuchin monkey - Wikipedia

    The capuchin monkeys (/ ˈkæpjʊ (t) ʃɪn /) are New World monkeys of the subfamily Cebinae. They are readily identified as the "organ grinder" monkey, and have been used in many movies and television …

  2. Capuchin monkey | Primate Behavior & Diet | Britannica

    capuchin monkey, (genus Cebus), common Central and South American primate found in tropical forests from Nicaragua to Paraguay. Capuchins, considered among the most intelligent of the New …

  3. Capuchin Animal Facts - A-Z Animals

    May 27, 2024 · Capuchins get their name from the Capuchin Order, an order of Franciscan friars. In the wild, capuchins can live up to 25 years old, while captive capuchins can live up to 50.

  4. Capuchin: Characteristics, Diet, Facts & More [Fact Sheet]

    Capuchin monkeys are named after the order of Capuchin friars; their coloring resembles the friars’ brown robes with hoods. They are among the smartest monkeys and are often used in cognitive …

  5. Capuchin monkey - New World Encyclopedia

    Capuchin monkey is the common name for the tropical New World monkeys comprising the genus Cebus of the primate family Cebidae, characterized by a hairy, prehensile tail, and a darkly colored …

  6. Capuchin - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts

    The Capuchin monkey, a captivating primate hailing from the tropical forests of Central and South America, is renowned for its intelligence, adaptability, and charming appearance.

  7. Capuchin - National Geographic

    Capuchin monkeys are choosy about the best nutcra… They pick the right tools for the job, and will examine unfamiliar objects to discern their properties.

  8. CAPUCHIN Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Considered among the most intelligent New World monkeys, capuchins are so-named because of their cap of crown hair, which resembles the cowl of Capuchin monks. These stocky, round-headed …

  9. Capuchin Monkeys | New England Primate Conservancy

    The black-horned capuchin, also known as the black capuchin, is native to the South American countries of Argentina and Brazil. This small American monkey is at home in the lowland and montane tropical …

  10. Capuchin - Animal Streets

    The Capuchin monkey, belonging to the genera Cebus (gracile capuchins) and Sapajus (robust capuchins), is a small but mighty figure in the primate world—famed for its cunning, charisma, and …