Howler monkeys

92cm x 61cm
Cobra water mixable oils on textured board.
Howler monkeys are native to the tropical rain forests of Central and South America.
They live in the very top of the forest canopy and only drop down to the forest floor in times of severe drought. They are vegetarian, eating leaves as well as fruit, nuts and flowers that provide sufficient water for their normal needs. The males are famous for their haunting cries in the mornings and evenings, defining the territory of their troop.
This howling can be heard as far away as 3 miles through the dense foliage.

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