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near Palenque ruins, Chiapas, have habituated Black Howler Monkey troops that roar from the treetops above the temples each dawn, Mexico
Palenque ruins, Chiapas, have habituated Black Howler Monkey troops that roar from the treetops above the temples each dawn, Mexico is one of the top spots to sight 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 near Palenque ruins, Chiapas, and along the Usumacinta River; howling choruses at dawn are unmissable from any forest camp.
SIGHTING TIP
Year-round. The loudest land animal in the Americas; roars audible from 5 km; Palenque and Yaxchilán ruins have habituated troops.
Coordinates
17.5000°N, 92.0000°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
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