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Capuchin Monkey - Sapajus Hello! Have you ever wondered how monkeys ended up in the urban areas of São Paulo? And what role do they play in this environment so different from their natural habitat? Get ready for a fascinating journey through the world of urban monkeys in São Paulo's capital! The Tietê State Park, located in the east zone of São Paulo, is home to a population of capuchin monkeys, one of the most adaptable species to urban environments. Originally from tropical forests, these primates found refuge in Tietê Park, where they can find food and shelter. Capuchin monkeys have developed impressive abilities to deal with the challenges of city life. They are known for their ability to feed on a variety of sources, from fruits found in park trees to leftovers left by visitors. They also demonstrate intelligent behaviors to avoid threats, such as learning to cross roads safely. Despite their adaptability, capuchin monkeys still face significant threats in the urban environmen...

Black-Tufted Marmoset ( Callithrix penicillata ) Hello! You will learn about some of the species of monkeys that live in urbanized cities, whether in urban parks and squares or forest reserves. Stay with us and learn all about urban monkeys! Do you think humans are the only primate species that live in urbanized cities? Depending on which country you live in, you might think so. But the answer can be completely opposite. If you live in India or Thailand, for example, the chance that you have already seen monkeys in urban areas is very high, since some cities in the country are known to harbor monkeys, which often annoy the local population, stealing food and human objects. Leaving Asia and going to South America, specifically Brazil, which is the country with the greatest diversity of species on the planet, we can also find urban monkeys, but in smaller numbers and with a less offensive behavior. Capuchin Monkey ( Sapajus sp. ) In the city of Manaus, located in the heart of the Amazon ...