Animal Locations
Black-Handed Spider Monkey
Did you know?
Spider monkeys have a prehensile tail that helps them grasp things and balance better.
Sponsors
March 2021 : Paragon Print Systems, Inc. Hess Family
April 2021 : Henshaw Family
March 2022: Marius C. Piecuch; Sophie
April 2022: Melody Perry
December 2022: Jana & Michael Goodrich; Dr. David and Linda Dulabon
2023: Henshaw Family
July 2023: Viola Ayers
April 2021 : Henshaw Family
March 2022: Marius C. Piecuch; Sophie
April 2022: Melody Perry
December 2022: Jana & Michael Goodrich; Dr. David and Linda Dulabon
2023: Henshaw Family
July 2023: Viola Ayers
Habitat
Rainforest, evergreen and semi-deciduous forests in Mexico and Central America
Size
22 inches with a 36 in long tail
Weight
10-20 pounds
Lifespan
15-35 years
Diet
Fruit, nuts, seeds, flowers, leaves, insects and eggs
Reproduction
1 young after a 4 1⁄2 month gestation period
Conservation Status
Endangered
Threats
Habitat loss and illegal pet trafficking