Uakari Monkey

The Uakari is a little type of monkey, local to the tropical rainforests of South America, where they will more often than not be found in the clammy wilderness that is near water. These animals are generally notable for their bald face which most regularly goes from pink to dark red in variety. The Uakari Monkey plays a significant role in seed distribution and is especially essential because it can transfer seeds farther than smaller animals.

The Uakari tribe, which once inhabited the Amazon but is now sadly gone, inspired the naming of this particular monkey. Although massive deforestation has destroyed most of the monkey's native habitat and made it challenging for the animal to hunt and nest, alarming trends indicate that the monkey is on course to follow its namesake. Additionally, some of its populations have been prey to unlawful hunting.