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.