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Which one of the following monkeys shows brachiation?
Which one of the following monkeys shows brachiation?
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The correct option is C Spider monkey
Branchiation is a form of arboreal locomotion in which primates swing from tree limb using only their arms. During branchiation, the body is alternately supported under each forelimb. This form of locomotion for the small gibbons and spider monkey of South east Asia. Disproportionately long limbs and long prehensile tails make them one of the largest 'New world monkeys' and gives rise to their common name. Spider monkeys live in the upper layers of the rainforest, and forage in the high canopy.
Branchiation is a form of arboreal locomotion in which primates swing from tree limb using only their arms. During branchiation, the body is alternately supported under each forelimb. This form of locomotion for the small gibbons and spider monkey of South east Asia. Disproportionately long limbs and long prehensile tails make them one of the largest 'New world monkeys' and gives rise to their common name. Spider monkeys live in the upper layers of the rainforest, and forage in the high canopy.
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