howler monkey

Thân thiện

A howler monkey sits on a branch in the rainforest canopy.

Definition

Noun: - A type of monkey native to the tropical forests of South and Central America, known for its extremely loud, distinctive howling vocalizations. Howler monkeys are among the largest of the New World monkeys.

Usage

The term "howler monkey" is used to refer specifically to monkeys of the genus Alouatta. It is a countable noun. - The deep roar of the howler monkey can be heard from miles away in the rainforest. - We were lucky to observe a troop of howler monkeys feeding in the canopy.

Advanced Usage

• "Howler" as a shortened form: In informal biological or zoological contexts, "howler" is sometimes used alone to refer to a howler monkey.
  • The guide pointed out a family of howlers resting in the tree.

Variants and Related Words

• Howler (noun): An informal term for a howler monkey. Also means a glaring and amusing mistake.
• Alouatta (noun): The scientific genus name for howler monkeys.

Synonyms

• None precise: There is no single common English synonym. Descriptive phrases like "loud New World monkey" or "monkey with a howling call" may be used.

Related Phrases

• Howler monkey troop: A group of howler monkeys.
  • A howler monkey troop typically consists of several females, their young, and one or a few males.

Học thuật

Noun

1. monkey of tropical South American forests having a loud howling cry

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