Primates

Macaque

Species

Barbary Macaque, Lion-tailed Macaque, Bonnet Macaque, Pagai Island Macaque, Celebes Crested Macaque, Crab-eating Macaque, Stump-tailed Macaque, Rhesus Macaque, Japanese Macaque, Pig-tailed Macaque

Lifespan

20 – 26 years

Range

They are the most widely spread of any primate genus (apart from humans) occuring throughout Africa to Asia

Diet

Fruit is the most common item eaten

Social structure

They live in fairly large groups including several males and generally permanent natal groups of females.

Reproduction

Seasonal breeding takes place in the autumn, then after 5 months gestation babies are born in the spring.

Threats

These monkeys are classified as vulnerable and are still being put at risk by capture and use as breeding animals to supply laboratories.

Adopt Toto!

If you would like to support one of our rescued primates you can adopt ‘Toto’ the chimpanzee through our Adoption scheme for as little as �£4.00 or $8.00 per month! For more information contact our adoption line today on: 020 7630 3340, or email us on info@ad-international.org

Adopters will receive a certificate, regular updates on your animal in ‘Toto News’ and a ‘Toto Goes Home’ DVD which showcases his incredible journey from a South America back to the bush in Africa. This is a truly uplifting film suitable for the whole family, enabling you to be alongside our rescue team as we bring Toto to his new home in Africa.

Alternatively you can purchase ‘Toto Goes Home’ DVD for just �£10.99 / $20.00

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