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2) Many species of primates live in tropical rain forests, although others are found in areas with few trees, such as the savannas of Africa. Some have even learned to live in cities.

Human interacts with one monkey while other monkeys watch - photo taken in India.

Notes: Human interacts with one monkey while other monkeys watch - photo taken in India.
Scientific names: Homo sapiens (human) Presbytis entellus (sacred langur)
Photo © by: K.K. Dua

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