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ateles

/ˈæt.ə.liːz/

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noun

/ˈæt.ə.liːz/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод обезьян Нового Света, широко известных как паукообразные обезьяны, характеризующихся длинными конечностями и цепким хвостом.

A genus of New World monkeys, commonly known as spider monkeys, characterized by their long limbs and prehensile tail.

proper noun

  1. Spider monkeysC1formalscientific

    A genus of New World monkeys known for their long limbs and prehensile tails, which they use to swing through trees.

    ruПаукообразные обезьяны

    • Ateles monkeys are highly agile and spend most of their time in the canopy.
    • The prehensile tail of an Ateles acts like a fifth limb.
    • Researchers observed Ateles using tools to crack open nuts.
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