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Bush Baby	Capuchin Monkey	Gorilla
Marmosett	Monkey	Orangutan
Rhesus Monkey	Ring Tailed Lemur	Spider Monkey

Their human-like characteristics compel some to buy monkeys, lemurs, lorises, and small apes as pets. Like little irresistibly playful children, they demonstrate intelligence with actively bright eyes and curious nature. Primates are not the pets for everyone. They require committed, long-term (lifespan 20-40 years) resources (time, money, and labor) for care, and a balanced diet (similar to humans,) a large cage or sanitation (diapering) support, and annual checkups. Regulations regarding ownership differ in various states.