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Alouatta
Howler monkeys (genus Alouatta monotypic in subfamily Alouattinae) are among the largest of the New World monkeys. Fifteen species are currently recognised. Previously classified in the family Cebidae, they are now placed in the family Atelidae. These monkeys are native to South and Central American forests. Threats to howler monkeys include human predation, habitat destruction and being captured for captivity as pets or zoo animals. These monkeys are famous for their loud howls, which can travel three miles through dense forest.
The forest of Costa Rica (aka my front yard)!
This Howler Monkey was spotted on my roof! I stalked it and I was able to get a great photo!
Spotted on Nov 4, 2013
Submitted on Nov 4, 2013
3 Comments
Hello Jack! I wish I could see howler monkeys on my roof, they are my favorites!
I believe what you spotted is a male Mantled howler monkey (Alouatta palliata), here is a link to Encyclopedia of Life where you can get more information about them - http://eol.org/pages/323919/overview
Right, I am living in Costa Rica now :)
Nice shot!! I hear them here, but they are too far and high up!!
I see lots of Almond Trees in your picture, you must get lots of Lapas there. (Scarlet Macaw, Lapa Roja, Ara macao macao).... : )