Squirrel monkey picking fruit in a tree
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Squirrel monkey picking fruit in a tree
Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus) picking fruit in a tree. This monkey is native to tropical South and Central America. It is exclusively arboreal, and very rarely descends to the ground. Its diet consists of fruits and berries, as well as small insects, frogs and birds eggs. It is a very small monkey, reaching a length of only 30 centimetres. Photographed in the Amazon Rainforest, Peru
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Amazon Rainforest Animal Behaviour Arboreal Branch Canopy Climbing Eating Feeding Foliage Forest Mammal Monkey New World Primate Pantanal Peru Peruvian Primate Primatology South America South American Squirrel Monkey Tropic Tropics Picking Fruit Saimiri Sciureus
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This print captures the enchanting sight of a Squirrel monkey gracefully perched on a tree branch, skillfully picking fruit in the lush Amazon Rainforest of Peru. Native to tropical South and Central America, this small primate species known as Saimiri sciureus is exclusively arboreal, rarely descending to the ground. Its petite size measuring only 30 centimeters adds to its charm. The squirrel monkey's diet primarily consists of delectable fruits and berries found amidst the dense foliage of its natural habitat. However, it also indulges in occasional treats like small insects, frogs, and bird eggs. With its nimble fingers delicately plucking at ripe fruits while balancing effortlessly on branches, this agile creature showcases both grace and precision. As an integral part of the rich biodiversity found in the Amazon Rainforest, these charming monkeys play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance. Their presence highlights nature's intricate web of life where every organism has a unique purpose. Through this stunning photograph by Science Photo Library, we are transported into the heart of this vibrant ecosystem where biology unfolds with each movement made by these adorable creatures. It serves as a reminder that our world is teeming with wonders waiting to be explored and protected for generations to come.
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