Macaque Behavior and Strategies

In a remote part of Borneo, the orangutan jungle school is surrounded by dense rainforest. Each morning, long-tailed macaques raid the area, taking advantage of food dropped by orangutans overnight. These clever monkeys employ various tactics to steal food, both from the ground and from above, showcasing their adaptability and intelligence.

Where is the orangutan jungle school located?

• Java

• Borneo

• Sumatra

• Sulawesi

What do the long-tailed macaques do every morning?

• They commence raids

• They swim in the river

• They build nests

• They sing songs

Why do the macaques patrol the perimeter?

• To find water

• To protect their territory

• To wait for the coast to be clear

• To play with orangutans

How do the macaques manage to steal food from the orangutans?

• By asking politely

• By distracting the orangutans

• By approaching from above and below

• By digging underground

What is the main reason the macaques are successful in their raids?

• Their speed

• Their intelligence

• Their numbers

• Their camouflage