And now with a lot of momentum: the howler monkey is swinging on the tightrope Photo: Olaf Wagner
From the BZ editorial team
This tightrope act is no problem for the climbing artist from the Berlin zoo!
In its homeland, the treetops of the highest jungle giants are its home, which is why red howler monkeys have an advantage when balancing and gymnastics.
The monkey balances over the rope on its arms and legs, holding on tight with its tail Photo: Olaf Wagner
In addition to their two legs and two arms, they also have an extremely powerful prehensile tail, which they can use to hold on to anything.
The South American jungle dweller keeps his balance acrobatically Photo: Olaf Wagner
But that’s not all! The Red Howler Monkey is a real all-rounder! The vegetarian can also swim – and of course roar loudly. This is ensured by an enlarged larynx and a strong, ossified hyoid bone.