In Costa Rica there are four types of monkeys, the howler, spider, squirrel , and capuchin. Above you will find pictures we took of the howler and capuchin monkeys.
It’s amazing watching the monkeys in the canopy. The capuchin (white-faced) is considered the most intelligent monkey. They usually travel in large groups up to 30. They like to cruise in a single line. These guys are considered swingers….and that’s not because of their lifestyle:) They seem to effortlessly fly from one branch to another using their hands or tails. Their main source of food is fruits and insects.
The largest and loudest monkey in Costa Rica is the howler. The howler makes a deep sound almost baritone like that can be heard up to 3 miles away. You usually hear them early mornings or in the evening before sunset. They are around 3 feet and that does not include their tails. Howler monkeys are swingers….and not the ones from the trees. Females are known to have relationships with multiple partners and everyone seems cool with it. They slowly travel in smaller groups usually 5 plus.
