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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsIt's so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees
https://apnews.com/article/mexico-heat-wave-howler-monkeys-dying-b99e0570dfb53a2fb7ebe663acecde78Its so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees
By MARK STEVENSON
Updated 2:27 PM CDT, May 21, 2024
MEXICO CITY (AP) Its so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees.
At least 83 of the midsize primates, who are known for their roaring vocal calls, were found dead in the Gulf coast state of Tabasco. Others were rescued by residents, including five that were rushed to a local veterinarian who battled to save them.
They arrived in critical condition, with dehydration and fever, said Dr. Sergio Valenzuela. They were as limp as rags. It was heatstroke.
While Mexicos brutal heatwave has been linked to the deaths of at least 26 people since March, veterinarians and rescuers say it has killed dozens and perhaps hundreds of howler monkeys.
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dalton99a
May 21
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lastlib
(23,617 posts)1. Bring that heat wave to Washington! PLEASE, God!
We have a whole caucus of 'em!
unblock
(52,871 posts)2. I really want to make a joke about empty-g taking a trip to Mexico,
But I'm generally opposed to likening people to animals, so I'll leave that for others.
keithbvadu2
(37,553 posts)3. Ours are genetically tougher.
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FM22mgGVQAMZjey.jpg)
dalton99a
(82,120 posts)4. They have good A/C