Macaque Animal Pictures

Macaca

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crested macaque with open mouth

crested macaque with open mouth
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Macaques, like this cresstsed macaque, are found in Northern Africa and parts of Asia.

baby Japanese macaque

baby Japanese macaque
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The Japanese macaque is also known as the snow monkey.

mother and baby macaque

mother and baby macaque
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Every year or two the female will give birth to a single offspring after a gestation period lasting five to six months long.

macaque in a tree

macaque in a tree
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The macaque's arms are nearly the same size as the legs, making it easier to climb in trees.

macaque by a hot spring

macaque by a hot spring
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Macaques live in a variety of habitats, including tropical rainforests, mountains, and the Asian plains.

mother and baby macaques

mother and baby macaques
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Female macaques reach sexual maturity after about three or four years.