Ape or Monkey - What’s the Difference?
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Summary
This table shows you the most important differences between apes (such as chimpanzees, gorillas and orangutan) and other monkeys (such as suqirrel monkeys, and lemurs) at a glance.
Apes | Monkeys |
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Tail: None | Tail: Mostly none |
Body: Large | Body: Small |
Brain: Large | Brain: Small |
Arms: Longer than legs | Arms: Normal |
Movement: Can swing on branches | Movement: Can’t swing on branches |
Walking: On two legs for short distances | Walking: Mostly on four legs |
Use of tools: Yes | Use of tools: No |
Lion Tamarin (Monkey)