4 facts to know about Japanese snow monkeys

Subhadrika Sen

Only found in Japan, they are species of the old world monkey or Japanese Macaques.

They are usually spotted near hot springs during winter, soaking their bodies surrounded by the snow.

Their faces are red or pinkish and have thick fur on their bodies.

They are found in different places around Japan like Jigokudani Monkey Park, Shiga Kogen highlands, Nikko, and the Japanese alps.

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