Description

Like other spider monkeys, the Central American spider monkey has extremely long limbs and tail with respect to overall body length, which ranges from 30 to 60 inches. The upper fur is black, brown or reddish, the face is often marked with a pale mask of unpigmented skin around the eyes and muzzle, the arms and feet are dark, and the underparts white, pale brown, reddish or buff.

Reproduction

Breeding takes place year-round, with females giving birth to one offspring born every two to four years. Females reach sexual maturity at about four years, males at about five years.

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