Do capuchin monkeys attack humans?

Capuchin monkeys, with pint-sized, human-like features, appeal to people who want pets they can dress, carry around, spoon feed and nuzzle. read more

Yes. At one point, capuchins were “trained” to help quadriplegics. However, it only worked if they first removed the monkeys’ canine teeth AND put electric, remote controlled, shock collars on them. read more

Capuchin monkeys inhabit a large range of Brazil and other parts of Latin and Central America. Capuchin monkeys often live in large groups of 10 to 35 individuals within the forest, although they can easily adapt to places colonized by humans. read more

In the wild, a monkey might lash out if a person gets too close, if they appear aggressive, if they try cornering the monkey, especially if the monkey is a female who thinks the person is a threat to her baby. read more