Washoe County Library System

Introduces several varieity of New World monkeys, the monkeys of Central and South America, discussing their physical and social characteristics, their habitats, their diets, and the fact that the destruction of the rain forests is putting many varieties on the endangered species list.

Learn about different monkeys around the world.

Presents an introduction to some of the world's primate species, with informative facts about such animals as chimpanzees, macaques, gibbons, baboons, orangutans, and gorillas.

Simple text describes monkeys living in the wild and offers information on life cycle, behavior, families, and environment.

Discover where howler monkeys live, how they stay safe and the different ways their sounds help them communicate with each other.

"Full-color photographs and simple text introduce capuchin monkeys"--

Presents information about monkeys using simple text and photographs, including their habitats, diet, and behaviors.

"Full-color photographs and simple text introduce spider monkeys"--Provided by publisher.