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Ransom-Demanding Monkeys Trade Juice Boxes and Samosas for Visitors' Belongings

State of the World from NPR

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When Monkeys Become Bargainers: A Glimpse into Vrindavan's Unique Wildlife Interactions

This chapter delves into the whimsical interactions between locals and monkeys in Vrindavan, India, where playful negotiations take place over stolen items and juice boxes. It also examines the effects of tourism and urbanization on this unique ecosystem and the health of the primate population.

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