Japanese macaque

The Japanese macaque is a monkey with thick fur and a red face, perfectly at home in Japan's snowy mountains. These adaptable primates are the only monkeys tough enough to handle such chilly winters, munching on whatever the forest offers.

• Their fur turns brownish-gray to blend into snowy forests.
• Some troops soak in hot springs to stay warm in winter.
• Their short tails are barely noticeable compared to other monkeys.