Bonnet Macaque
Macaca radiata
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassMammalia (Mammals)
- OrderPrimates
- FamilyCercopithecidae (Old World Monkeys)
- GenusMacaca (Macaques)
- SpeciesMacaca radiata (Bonnet Macaque)
About the Bonnet Macaque
The bonnet macaque (Macaca radiata), also known as zati, is a species of macaque endemic to southern India. Its distribution is limited by the Indian Ocean on three sides and the Godavari and Tapti rivers, along with that of the rhesus macaque, its related competitor to the north. Land use changes in the last few decades have resulted in changes in its distribution boundaries with the rhesus macaque, raising concern for its conservation status in the wild.
The bonnet macaque is diurnal, arboreal, and terrestrial. It can live up to 35 years in captivity. The bonnet macaque feeds on fruits, true nuts, seeds (culinary "nuts"), flowers, invertebrates and cereals. In southern India, this macaque has a commensal interaction with humans, feeding on food given by humans and raiding farms and houses.
The name "bonnet macaque" has been derived from the species unique and distinctive head pattern. This pattern of hair growth radiates from the center of its crown, creating a visual resemblance of a "bonnet" or a "cap" on the head of the species.
Two subspecies of the bonnet macaque have been identified: Macaca radiata radiata, dark-bellied bonnet macaque, occurs... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Bonnet Macaque in Nagarhole National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nagarhole National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 2 | Periyar National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 3 | Mudumalai National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 4 | Bandipur National Park | 🇮🇳 India | |
| 5 | Eravikulam National Park | 🇮🇳 India |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Bonnet Macaque in Nagarhole National Park?
About 60% of wildlife watchers report a Bonnet Macaque sighting in Nagarhole National Park, based on 74 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Bonnet Macaque in Nagarhole National Park?
April has the highest sighting rate for Bonnet Macaque in Nagarhole National Park in our monthly data.