A family of hungry crab-eating macaque, long-tailed macaque (macaca fascicularis), eating food residues off plastic containers, licking on the plastic bag, close up shot.

Macaque eating, close-up, Borneo

Insatiable wild macaque stuffs his gob with food and asks for more fruits.

Macaque monkeys are highly intelligent primates known for their problem-solving skills and adaptability. They have been observed using tools, remembering complex routes, and even learning behaviors through imitation. Their intelligence allows them to thrive in diverse environments by finding creative ways to secure food and interact with their surroundings. Studies of macaques continue to reveal how their cognitive abilities closely mirror aspects of human learning and social behavior. #nature #