Howler Monkey

Howler Monkeys get their

name from the distinctive

sound they make.They are

also the loudest monkey in

the world!

The Howler Monkey is able to make a call loud enough that it can be heard for a distance of up to 10 miles at times.

Fruits, nuts, leaves, and plants are the main sources of food for the Howler Monkey.

The average lifespan of the Howler Monkey in the wild is 10 years. In captivity they can live up to 20 years.

The destruction of the natural habitat for the Howler Monkey is a huge factor that affects their survival. They are often sold as elaborate pets for thousands of pounds.