30 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a type of prosimian mentioned in the text?
Tarsiers
What is the gestation period for lemurs?
120-130 days
Which prosimian species has a rectal temperature of 35-36C?
Slow lorises
Which of the following is NOT a recommended food item for marmosets in enrichment devices?
Mealworms
What is the average weight of an adult capuchin monkey?
2-4 kg
What is the main reason to avoid using sweet foods in enrichment devices for animals?
They can result in tooth abscesses
Which of the following New World primates is monogamous?
Titi monkey
Which New World primate has a gestation period of approximately 5 months?
Titi monkey
Which New World primate has a prehensile tail and weighs between 4-6kg as adults?
Howler monkey
Which of the following is a unique anatomical structure found in most prosimians?
A tooth comb comprised of the lower incisors and canines
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of prosimians?
Ability to sweat and pant
Which type of lemurs require bamboo as 90-95% of their diet?
Indiridae
Which species of monkey is known for its adaptation to the colder Japanese climate?
Japanese macaque
Where is the Barbary ape typically found?
Morocco
Which monkey species is known for its habit of grimacing and showing its teeth when alarmed?
Guenon
Which of the following is true about spider monkeys?
They have hind-gut fermentation in their caecum and large bowel
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of woolly monkeys?
They have a body length of 500-700mm
What is the dental formula of Old World monkeys?
I2/2 C1/1 Pm2/2 M3/3
Which family of New-World primates includes species such as the common marmoset, pygmy marmoset, cotton-topped tamarin, golden-headed lion tamarin, and Goeldi’s marmoset?
Callitrichidae
What is the dental formula for New-World monkeys, except for the callitrichidae and cebidae?
I2/2 C1/1 Pm2/2 M3/3
What is the interesting breeding organization of callitrichids?
Polygynandry
Which of the following is a characteristic of langurs/leaf eating monkeys?
They have a sacculated fore-stomach for plant material fermentation
What is the typical gestation period for langurs/leaf eating monkeys?
140-165 days
How many offspring are usually born in a langur/leaf eating monkey's litter?
One
What is the average weight of adult langurs/leaf eating monkeys?
5-8kg
How long can langurs/leaf eating monkeys live for?
In excess of 30 years
Which of the following is NOT a genus of langurs/leaf eating monkeys?
Macaca
What is the preferred diet of langurs/leaf eating monkeys in captivity?
Specific leaf-eater pelleted diet plus ad-lib browse
How many females are usually found in a langur/leaf eating monkey's group?
4-6
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of langurs/leaf eating monkeys?
Nocturnal
Test your knowledge about different species of macaques and their adaptations to various climates. Learn about the famous snow monkey, Japanese macaque, and the Barbary ape. Explore their habitats and unique characteristics.
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