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The habitat is Japan, Honshu Island and more southern islands. Macaques live in mountain forests, and those living on the coasts swim and can even dive in search of algae.
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Males weigh an average of 11 kg with a height of 80-95 cm, females are lower, their weight is on average 9 kg.
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Males weigh an average of 11 kg with a height of 80-95 cm, females are lower, their weight is on average 9 kg.
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The diet consists of various plants (shoots, fruits, bark), along the way they collect small invertebrates, etc.
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Life expectancy is 25-30 years.
The Japanese macaque has a strong build and strong limbs. The fur is long, and a thick undercoat grows in winter. The color of different animals has pleasant shades from brownish-gray to brown-olive; the belly is colored in lighter tones.
Social behavior
Japanese macaques live in groups of up to 20 individuals. Each group has its own habitat. The leader of the group is a large strong male, and not the most aggressive, but the most intelligent and influential. A crucial role in choosing a leader is played by the main female, or group of females, between which there are the closest social ties.
Reproduction
Pregnancy lasts from 170 to 180 days. Usually one cub is born. Twins are rare. A newborn weighs about 500 grams.
Species and people
To Japanese macaques, humans owe the most in-depth knowledge of the behavior and social organization in primate communities. And their unusual behavior attracts crowds of tourists to Japan.
Interesting Facts
Japanese macaques are trainable. In winter, they can even make snowballs.
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