Primate Characteristics

What is the dental formula for New World Monkeys (NWM)?

New World Monkeys have _____ molars adapted for eating leaves.

A characteristic trait of many New World Monkeys is a _____ tail, which can grasp objects.

New World Monkeys exhibit a _____ nose, characterized by wide-set, outward-facing nostrils.

What is the typical mode of locomotion for New World Monkeys?

What is the dental formula for Old World Monkeys (OWM)?

Old World Monkeys possess slanted _____ premolars.

True or False: Like New World Monkeys, Old World Monkeys have bilophodont molars adapted for eating leaves.

The nose type characteristic of Old World Monkeys is _____, with narrow, downward-facing nostrils.

True or False: Old World Monkeys typically have prehensile tails.

What is the dominant form of locomotion for Old World Monkeys?

Apes are characterized by having _____ fingers, which aid in grasping and brachiation.

Compared to Old World Monkeys, apes have a _____ lumbar region.

What is the dental formula shared by Apes and Old World Monkeys?

Apes have _____ molars adapted for eating fruit.

True or False: Apes possess a tail.

What specialized form of arboreal locomotion, involving arm-swinging, is particularly associated with some apes?

Many prosimians possess a _____ _____ and a _____ _____ for grooming purposes.

Instead of fully enclosed eye orbits like monkeys and apes, prosimians have a _____ _____ _____.

The sharp and triangular cusps on the teeth of many prosimians are adaptations for eating what?

Prosimians often exhibit _____ eye orbits, frequently linked to nocturnal activity.

What does VCL stand for in the context of prosimian locomotion?

The presence of a _____ (wet nose) is characteristic of prosimians and indicates a greater reliance on smell.

A general characteristic of primates is having _____ digits on both hands and feet, often with nails instead of claws.

What term describes the grasping ability, using hands and feet, that is characteristic of primates?

Most primates (monkeys, apes, humans) have fully _____ _____ _____, offering greater protection to the eyes.

Compared to many other mammals, primates generally exhibit a _____ snout.

Which primate group includes lemurs, lorises, and tarsiers?