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If all that holiday stress has you craving a spa day, you’ll probably relate to the Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata). Also known as the snow monkey, this species might be spotted on Japan’s Honshu, Shikoku, or Kyushu islands. Populations that inhabit northern regions have thick fur coats to protect them from cold weather.

Photo: 猿蔵, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

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But when this monkey needs a little extra warmth, it can be found soaking in natural hot springs. While bathing, this primate passes the time by socializing with members of its troop. Activities include grooming and playing. In fact, young macaques love to play, and have even been observed making snowballs for fun! Image Description A photo of macaques bathing in a hot spring. Snow is falling, clinging to the monkeys’ fur. One macaque is close to the camera with its eyes closed, its face is a bright pink color.
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