Macaques

Macaques are a genus of Old World monkeys found mainly in Asia and North Africa. They are highly adaptable, living in diverse environments from forests to urban areas. They have robust bodies, a wide range of facial expressions, and are known for their intelligence and social behavior. Macaques live in large, complex groups with a hierarchy, communicating through vocalizations, grooming, and body language. They are omnivorous, eating fruits, leaves, insects, and small animals. Some species are used in scientific research due to their similarity to humans in behavior and genetics.