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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 …

  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 …

  3. Capuchin Animal Facts - A-Z Animals

    May 27, 2024 · Capuchins are small New World monkeys in the subfamily Cepinae. Also known as “organ grinder” monkeys, capuchins are easily recognizable thanks to the tufts of white hair …

  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 …

  5. Capuchin Monkey: Facts, Habitat, and Behavior | See The Wild

    Discover fascinating facts about capuchin monkeys, their habitats, social behavior, and unique traits that make them one of nature's clever primates.

  6. 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 …

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

    The Capuchin, also known as the Capuchin Monkey, is a small primate species that lives in Central and South America. This creature is incredibly popular in both movies and TV shows, …

  8. 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 …

  9. Meet the capuchin monkey: Curious, creative and vengeful

    Feb 19, 2025 · Meet the capuchin monkey: Curious, creative and vengeful. UCLA’s Susan Perry has devoted decades to studying the fast-motion life of these New World primates and …

  10. CAPUCHIN Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Members of a genus of tropical monkeys (four species altogether) capuchins are found from Nicaragua to Paraguay. Considered among the most intelligent New World monkeys, …