Photographers in snowfall shooting Monkeys at Snow Monkey Park, Nagano, Japan
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7008 x 4672 px | 59.3 x 39.6 cm | 23.4 x 15.6 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
23 January 2024Location:
Jigokudani Snow Monkey ParkMore information:
The snow monkeys of Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan, are renowned for their unique behavior of bathing in natural hot springs amidst snow-covered landscapes. Also known as Japanese macaques (Macaca fuscata), these monkeys have adapted to the region's harsh winters by seeking warmth in the geothermally heated waters. This behavior has made the Jigokudani Monkey Park a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. The monkeys, with their distinctive red faces, venture into the steaming pools, creating captivating scenes of contrast between the cold snow and the warm water. Visitors can observe these endearing primates in their natural habitat, offering a rare glimpse into their daily lives.