Bolivian red howler

Bolivian howler monkey ( Alouatta sara )

The Bolivian howler monkey ( Alouatta sara ) is a primate of the species of howler monkeys within the peg-tail monkeys ( Atelidae ). He lives in South America.

Features

Bolivian howler monkeys are similar to the Red howler monkeys, with which they are closely related and were formerly combined into a common type. However, they are slightly larger than this. Their fur is colored brick, the limbs and head are darker and redder. The body is stocky as in all limbs, arms and legs are long and strong. The tail is formed as a prehensile tail, and has at the rear lower end of a hairless body.

Dissemination and lifestyle

Bolivian howler monkeys are mainly found in Bolivia, where they are confined to the deeper, eastern parts of the country. In addition, they live in the adjacent regions of Peru and Brazil. Their habitat are forests up to 1000 meters above sea level, while they prefer seasonally flooded riverine forests.

Bolivian howler monkeys are diurnal and arboreal. They live together in groups of usually four to ten animals that are composed of one (rarely two) adult male, several females and the corresponding offspring. Typical for all calls of howler monkeys resound especially in the early morning and to draw attention to the whereabouts of their own group other animals. They are herbivores, feeding on leaves, fruits and flowers.

Endangering

Bolivian howler monkeys inhabit a relatively large area and are not exposed to significant hunting pressure. The IUCN lists them as " not at risk " ( least concern ).