Zoology: Bones

The only truly nocturnal anthropoid primate is found in the northern part of South America. The owl monkey is a small creature with large eyes and usually weighs under 2 lbs. Its hind legs are longer than its arms, which allows for leaping easily from tree to tree. It is believed that they have evolved from diurnal relatives for various reasons, one being their ability to adapt to new environments. Depending on the amount of danger from predators during the day, they can become partially diurnal. Even so, they are most active during full moons. In addition to verbal means, these monkeys rely on olfaction, vision, and touch for communication. 2-part skull (separate cranium & jaw).
2" L x 1 ½" W x 2" H 5.5L x 4.1W x 4.5H (cm)

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