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The capuchin monkey takes its name from the Capuchin monk, whose cowl the monkeys' head-coloring resembles. The typical capuchin is about a foot and a half long, with a slender tail. Weight ranges from about three to ten pounds, with males normally outweighing females. The Capuchin’s natural range is southern Central America through northern & central South America, in a variety of forest habitats, especially rain forest. Capuchins diets are primarily fruit, but they will also feed on leaves, seeds, insects, birds' eggs, and even small birds. Capuchins are mostly active during the day. Capuchins can be found in association with various other monkey species. They communicate by various vocalizations, gestures, and facial expressions, as well as scent marking.
Female capuchins decide when to mate, and with whom. They normally give birth to a single infant which is weaned within a year. Capuchins live about 45 years.
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