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In this still from a wildlife camera, a one-to-two-day-old howler monkey infant clings to the body of a young capuchin monkey. Scientists say the capuchins are likely kidnapping the howler babies for their own amusement.

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Researchers puzzle over rash of baby monkey kidnappings

by Nell Greenfieldboyce May 19, 2025May 19, 2025

Young, male capuchin monkeys have started kidnapping the babies of nearby howler monkeys. Why? Maybe boredom.

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