19th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Howler monkey stops to take a look at humans

Howler monkeys make unmistakable howling sounds in the early morning, but not during the day. This one was part of a group that was passing by the rainforest station where I was having lunch, looking for fruit trees. He stopped, seemingly interested in those of us watching him for a few minutes before continuing on his way.

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Date Taken: 01.2020
Date Uploaded: 11.2021
Photo Location: Ecuador
Copyright: © Alex Jinich Diamant