Meet the adorable monkeys that’ll melt our heart

May26,2025

Habitat: Amazon Rainforest Size: World's smallest monkey (around 5 inches long)

Pygmy Marmoset 

Habitat: Southeast Asia Size: 4–6 inches Why it’s cute: Enormous eyes, tiny body, and bat-like ears—like a real-life cartoon character.

Tarsier (Family: Tarsiidae)

Habitat: Central and Southwest China Size: Medium Why it’s cute: Bright golden fur, blue face, and a perpetually surprised expression.

Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey

Habitat: Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar Size: Small to medium Why it’s cute: Big round eyes with white circles around them—like it’s wearing goggles.

Dusky Leaf Monkey 

Habitat: Colombia Size: Small Why it’s cute: Rock-star-style white hairdo and a curious, playful look.

Cotton-Top Tamarin

Habitat: Southwest Amazon Basin Size: Small Why it’s cute: Elegant long white moustache gives it a wise yet whimsical look.

Emperor Tamarin

Habitat: Japan Size: Medium Why it’s cute: Pink face, dense furry coat, and famous for hot spring baths in snow.

Japanese Macaque