Monkey

Baby monkeys look adorable online, but owning a pet monkey brings legal, safety, cost and welfare problems. Here is what to know before you buy.

Howler monkeys can be heard from miles away. Learn why they howl, how they make such a loud sound, what they eat and how long they live.

Spider monkeys swing through the rainforest using a tail like a fifth hand. Discover their size, diet, social life, lifespan and conservation status.

The finger monkey, or pygmy marmoset, is the world's smallest true monkey. Learn its real size, diet and lifespan, and the truth about keeping one as a pet.

Everything to know about the capuchin monkey: where it lives, what it eats, how smart it is, how long it lives and why experts warn against keeping one as a pet.

Albino monkeys are extremely rare. Learn what causes albinism in primates, how it affects health and survival, and the facts behind viral photos.