Vervet Monkeys Near South Florida Urban Airport (VIDEO)

Florida Atlantic University

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The non-native vervet monkeys (Chlorocebus sabaeus) have adapted to the urban and industrial environment of South Florida and have thrived there for more than 70 years.

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Deborah "Missy" Williams, Ph.D.

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