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Genetic study describes two new species of Amazonian howler monkeys

A sweeping genetic study of howler monkeys has revealed two previously unrecognized species in the Amazon, identified a potentially distinct species in the Caribbean and prompted researchers to reconsider how several populations are classified. The new study examined genetic relationships across the genus Alouatta, using genomic data, physical characteristics and museum specimens. Researchers…

Genetic study describes two new species of Amazonian howler monkeys

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