Book 33, Question 122 · Video
Why do snow monkeys soak in hot springs?
Japanese macaques, often called snow monkeys, live in mountains with snowy winters. In some places, they soak in natural hot springs to stay warm. The warm water keeps them cozy while snow falls around them. Young monkeys learn from older ones. Natural hot springs can be too hot for people, so watch these monkeys from a distance.
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Intro
Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. Why do snow monkeys soak in hot springs?
The Big Idea
Snow monkeys soak in hot springs! Like a warm bath in winter! Why?
Snowy Mountains
Step one: Snowy Mountains. Japanese macaques, often called snow monkeys, live in mountains with snowy winters. They live farther north than any other monkeys in the world.
Warm Soaks
Step two: Warm Soaks. In some places, they soak in natural hot springs to stay warm. The warm water keeps them cozy while snow falls around them.
Learning
Step three: Learning. Young monkeys learn the habit from older ones. Natural hot springs can be too hot for people, so watch these monkeys from a distance.
A Closer Look
Let's take a closer look! Home. Winters. Soaking. From elders.
Quick Facts
Quick facts! Snow monkeys live farther north than any other monkeys. They soak in hot springs. Young ones learn from elders. Watch from a distance.
Think Like a Scientist
Now, think like a scientist! Fill one bowl with comfortably warm tap water, not hot. Fill another with cold water. Soak one hand in each. Compare how they feel. Dry your hands well.
Outro
Japanese macaques, or snow monkeys, live farther north than any other monkeys, in snowy mountains. In some places they soak in natural hot springs to stay warm, and young ones learn from older ones. Science is amazing! Keep wondering and keep exploring! Share what you learned with someone at home, and see what they think! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!