Mantled howler
A species of Howler monkeys, Also known as Coiba island howling monkey, Mexican howler, South pacific blackish howling monkey, Mexican howling monkey Scientific name : Alouatta palliata Genus : Howler monkeys
Mantled howler, A species of Howler monkeys
Also known as:
Coiba island howling monkey, Mexican howler, South pacific blackish howling monkey, Mexican howling monkey
Scientific name: Alouatta palliata
Genus: Howler monkeys
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Description
Characteristic of manteled howler monkeys, the Mexican howler monkey has a prehensile tail, a deepset jaw with small incisors and large canines, and a large vocal box to make deep howls. Mantled howler monkeys are known for forming unusually large cohorts averaging 14 members and sometimes extending to 40 members. 
General Info
Lifespan
20-25 years
Diet
Mantled howler primarily feeds on leaves, including young leaves, mature leaves, and leaf petioles. Their diet also includes fruits, flowers, and seeds, ensuring an assorted and balanced nutrition.
Appearance
Mantled howler is a medium-sized primate covered in long, shaggy fur. Predominantly black or dark brown, individuals may have lighter fur around the face and neck. The prominent tail is prehensile and the characteristically wide jaw houses large molars for leaf consumption. Notably, adult males typically possess larger body size and pronounced throat sac as distinguishing characteristics.
Behavior
Mantled howler is a diurnal, arboreal species, primarily maintaining a diet of leaves and fruit. It lives in mixed-sex groups displaying strong territorial behavior with vocalizations known as 'howls'. These serve to establish presence and deter rival groups. Typically non-aggressive, mantled howler tends to avoid conflict through retreat rather than physical engagement.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Apes Family
Atelids Genus
Howler monkeys Species
Mantled howler 
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