Rhesus Macaque
- Distribution: South Asia (India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Pakistan)
- Habitat: Various habitats including forests, grasslands, urban areas
- Diet: Omnivorous, fruits, seeds, insects, small animals, human food scraps
- Size: Height ranges around 50-60 cm
Physical Characteristics:
- Medium-sized primate with a sturdy build.
- Fur color varies from brown to grayish-brown.
- Prominent facial features with a pink face and hindquarters.
- Short tail.
Distribution:
- Native to South, Central, and Southeast Asia, including India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Thailand, China, and Vietnam.
- Introduced populations exist in various parts of the world due to human activities.
Habitat:
- Adapted to a wide range of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and urban areas.
- Often found near human settlements and temples.
Behavior:
- Diurnal, active during the day.
- Highly adaptable and opportunistic omnivores.
- Live in social groups called troops, which can range from a few individuals to several dozen.
- Known for their hierarchical social structure with dominant males.