White-headed capuchin
Cebus capucinus
Cebid monkeys
(Cebidae)
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Araldo van de Kraats
Slender monkey with white face, throat, belly and shoulders. Back and limbs are black. Older individuals sometimes have a crest. Lives in groups. A smart monkey that uses tools; for example, stones to crack nuts. Used to be a companion for the organ grinder! The name originated from the Capuchin friars, having some resemblance! ⇔ hbl. 32-46 cm, tl. 42-50 cm syn. White-faced capuchin, White-throated capuchin
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