Macaque

A macaque is a type of primate, similar to monkeys, found mainly in Asia and North Africa. They are highly adaptable, living in diverse environments such as forests, mountains, and urban areas. Macaques have a robust body, expressive faces, and are known for their intelligence and social behavior, often living in large groups. They are omnivorous, eating a variety of foods like fruits, insects, and small animals. Some species, like the rhesus macaque, have been widely used in scientific research. Overall, macaques are versatile, socially complex animals that play important roles in their ecosystems.