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Capuchin



Capuchin (Cebus capucinus), small tree-dwelling monkey with a long, prehensile tail. Native to South America, capuchins are popular as pets in North America and Europe because of their great intelligence. They are the traditional organ-grinder's monkey. Capuchins live in troops and feed on fruit, shoots, and small animals.



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