What is a rhesus macaque?
Rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta) are the most widespread primates besides humans. While these monkeys generally live in forests, they have adapted to urban conditions as well. Rhesus macaques are found in Afghanistan, India, Nepal, China, Indochina, and Hainan. Adult rhesus macaques weigh from 9 – 22 lbs; males are larger than females. They live in large multi-male/multi-female social groups. The rhesus monkey breeding season occurs in the fall and early winter months, with the birth season following in spring and early summer.
