PLACES TO STAY
Reserve your Wilderness Retreat
near Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve in the Lacandon forest, Chiapas, has Black Howler Monkeys in primary forest, Mexico
Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve in the Lacandon forest, Chiapas, has Black Howler Monkeys in primary forest, Mexico is a top spot to see Black Howler Monkey (Alouatta pigra) in the wild. Below are the best-rated places to stay within 25 km, plus tips for spotting nearby.
Black Howler Monkey (Alouatta pigra)
BEST TIME TO SEE
Year-round. The loudest land animal in the Americas; roars audible from 5 km; Palenque and Yaxchilán ruins have habituated troops.
SIGHTING TIP
Year-round near Palenque ruins, Chiapas, and along the Usumacinta River; howling choruses at dawn are unmissable from any forest camp.
Coordinates
16.5000°N, 91.0000°W
HABITAT
Tall tropical forest and gallery forest in lowland and foothill areas; prefers large trees with abundant leaf cover
CONSERVATION STATUS
Endangered
Hotels and Stays Nearby
Within 25 Km