Rhesus Macaque

The Rhesus Macaque is a species of Old World monkeys originally found in South, Central and parts of Southeast Asia. It is an exceptionally adaptable species and has been introduced to numerous other countries by human intervention. It is a medium sized monkey, typically weighing between 4.5 to 7.7 kg and is easily identified by its reddish-brown fur and long tail. The Rhesus Macaque is of great scientific importance due its wide array of uses in both medical and biological research. It is the most widely used non-human primate in biomedical research, with its use in areas such as developing treatments and vaccines for diseases, researching behavior and cognition, and in gene manipulation experiments. Rhesus Macaques are also utilized in psychological and neurological research, where their behavior is studied in both laboratory and natural settings. Overall, the Rhesus Macaque is highly important species for a range of scientific research. Its versatility and adaptation make it a key figure for use in many areas of biomedical and biological research.