Monkey Ecosystems
From the friendly forest howlers to the clever curious helpers, the playful jungle acrobats, and the lively caring climbers, these monkeys contribute to the rich biodiversity and beauty of their natural habitat.
Monkey Tour
You can come visit without staying overnight, for 20$ per adult and 10$ per child.
Meet the Monkeys
Welcome to the enchanting world of Urraca, Panama, where diverse and vibrant primates thrive in the tropical forests. Here, you will meet four remarkable species, each with unique characteristics that make them essential to their ecosystem. Explore the rich biodiversity of Urraca island, our private island, and discover how these primates evolve in their habitat.
Mantled Howler Monkey
The Mantled Howler Monkey (Alouatta palliata) is a prominent primate in the tropical forests of Panama. Renowned for their deep, resonant howls that can be heard over considerable distances, these monkeys use their vocalizations to communicate and establish territory. They are social animals that live in cohesive groups that can have over 40 members, typically led by a dominant male. They have a leisurely lifestyle, with a significant portion of their day spent resting and foraging for leaves, fruits, and flowers. The Mantled Howler Monkey plays a crucial role in their ecosystem by facilitating seed dispersal and maintaining plant diversity.
Capuchin Monkey
Capuchin monkeys, found in the dense forests of Panama, are known for their remarkable intelligence and complex social behaviors. These small to medium-sized primates are highly adaptable and have been observed using tools, which demonstrates their problem-solving skills. Capuchins live in social groups that exhibit intricate hierarchical structures and strong bonds. Their varied diet includes fruits, nuts, insects, and small animals, reflecting their opportunistic feeding habits. The playful and curious nature of Capuchin monkeys makes them a fascinating subject of behavioral studies.
Squirrel Monkey
Squirrel monkeys, inhabiting the lush rainforests of Panama, are small, energetic primates known for their acrobatic prowess and lively social interactions. They typically form large troops that can include up to several dozen individuals. Squirrel monkeys communicate using a variety of vocalizations, body postures, and facial expressions. Their diet mainly consists of fruits and insects, but they are also known to consume small vertebrates. Their high levels of activity and social cohesion make them a dynamic and integral part of their ecosystem.
Geoffroy's Tamarin
Geoffroy’s Tamarin, also known as the Panamanian Tamarin, is a small monkey species that can be found in Panama’s tropical forests. Distinguished by their striking facial patterns, these tamarins exhibit cooperative breeding behavior, with group members collectively caring for the young. They live in small, tight-knit family groups of three to five individuals and are highly territorial. Their diet includes fruits, insects, and small vertebrates, contributing to their role as seed dispersers and pest controllers within their habitat. Geoffroy’s Tamarins are known for their agility and quick movements through the forest canopy.
Monkey Wish List
As we are located on a remote island, it can sometimes be extremely expensive and difficult to find some items on the wish list! This includes necessary medication for monkeys that are sick or injured, important micronutrients, special formulas for baby monkeys and simple toys to keep our monkeys happy and entertained.
Found on Amazon on other stores, such as Costco, Walmart, and others:
MEDICATION & VITAMINS
L’il Critters Gummy Vites
Kids Multivitamin and Mineral
FOR TOUTIE THE CAPUCHIN MONKEY
Silymarin 100mg
FOR OUR GEOFFROY’s TAMARIN
300mg Hemp Oil for Animals
Calcium Citrate Powder
Glucosamine
FOR OUR RESCUE BABY MONKEY
Goat Milk Powder
FEED THE MONKEYS
Dried Pineapple Cubes
Unsalted Premium nuts
Kirkland Signature Extra Fancy Mixed Nuts unsalted
Dried Papaya cubes
Unsalted cashews
Raw whole & Pumpkin Seeds
TOYS AND COMFORT
Activity Cube Toy
Hammock Cute Giraffe Hanging Bed
Wiggle and Crawl Ball
Learning Cube with Music
Spin Aquarium
Small Pet Hanging Hammock Bed
Piano Toy
Interactive Pop Up Animals
Unicorn Piano
Tikooer Cube
Octopus Musical Educational Instruments