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Japanese macaque, Jigokudani, Japan - 16 Jul 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Dave Stevenson / Rex Features (1803220e)
Sink Or Swim For Baby Monkeys
It's a real case of sink or swim for these baby monkeys.
The tiny youngsters are seen holding onto their mothers for dear life as they get taken for a swim - whether they like it or not - in the search for food.
Wildlife photographer Dave Stevenson watched as the unwilling Japanese macaques got a dunking when their mothers dived to the bottom of a pool in Jigokundani, Japan.
The act left their children with a tricky choice - let go of mum or hold on tight and hold their breath.
Even after choosing to remain with their mother, the youngsters made every effort they could to stay above water.
Straining their necks and lifting their heads up high, some were able to avoid being totally submerged, while others weren't so fortunate.
Dave comments: "Their parents dive for grain at the bottom of the pool and the infants have a choice of waiting on the side or risking the water.
"Despite not liking being underwater much they cling on and get taken for a swim as a result".
They might dislike getting wet but these young monkeys will actually spend a lot of their lives in water.
Japanese macaques are also known as Snow Monkeys and during the winter months they are famous for spending much of the day keeping warm in the area's hot springs.
And when summer arrives they put their swimming skills to good use by fishing food from the bottom of water pools.
After a brisk swim it is time to dry out in the sun and have a passing neighbour groom you.
Meanwhile, after enduring their swimming lesson the young macaques are soon up to mischief when playtime begins.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Dave Stevenson / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/INZAXNFFC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Japanese macaque, Jigokudani, Japan - 16 Jul 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Dave Stevenson / Rex Features (1803220ah)
Sink Or Swim For Baby Monkeys
It's a real case of sink or swim for these baby monkeys.
The tiny youngsters are seen holding onto their mothers for dear life as they get taken for a swim - whether they like it or not - in the search for food.
Wildlife photographer Dave Stevenson watched as the unwilling Japanese macaques got a dunking when their mothers dived to the bottom of a pool in Jigokundani, Japan.
The act left their children with a tricky choice - let go of mum or hold on tight and hold their breath.
Even after choosing to remain with their mother, the youngsters made every effort they could to stay above water.
Straining their necks and lifting their heads up high, some were able to avoid being totally submerged, while others weren't so fortunate.
Dave comments: "Their parents dive for grain at the bottom of the pool and the infants have a choice of waiting on the side or risking the water.
"Despite not liking being underwater much they cling on and get taken for a swim as a result".
They might dislike getting wet but these young monkeys will actually spend a lot of their lives in water.
Japanese macaques are also known as Snow Monkeys and during the winter months they are famous for spending much of the day keeping warm in the area's hot springs.
And when summer arrives they put their swimming skills to good use by fishing food from the bottom of water pools.
After a brisk swim it is time to dry out in the sun and have a passing neighbour groom you.
Meanwhile, after enduring their swimming lesson the young macaques are soon up to mischief when playtime begins.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Dave Stevenson / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/INZAXNFFC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Japanese macaque, Jigokudani, Japan - 16 Jul 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Dave Stevenson / Rex Features (1803220ae)
Sink Or Swim For Baby Monkeys
It's a real case of sink or swim for these baby monkeys.
The tiny youngsters are seen holding onto their mothers for dear life as they get taken for a swim - whether they like it or not - in the search for food.
Wildlife photographer Dave Stevenson watched as the unwilling Japanese macaques got a dunking when their mothers dived to the bottom of a pool in Jigokundani, Japan.
The act left their children with a tricky choice - let go of mum or hold on tight and hold their breath.
Even after choosing to remain with their mother, the youngsters made every effort they could to stay above water.
Straining their necks and lifting their heads up high, some were able to avoid being totally submerged, while others weren't so fortunate.
Dave comments: "Their parents dive for grain at the bottom of the pool and the infants have a choice of waiting on the side or risking the water.
"Despite not liking being underwater much they cling on and get taken for a swim as a result".
They might dislike getting wet but these young monkeys will actually spend a lot of their lives in water.
Japanese macaques are also known as Snow Monkeys and during the winter months they are famous for spending much of the day keeping warm in the area's hot springs.
And when summer arrives they put their swimming skills to good use by fishing food from the bottom of water pools.
After a brisk swim it is time to dry out in the sun and have a passing neighbour groom you.
Meanwhile, after enduring their swimming lesson the young macaques are soon up to mischief when playtime begins.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Dave Stevenson / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/INZAXNFFC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Japanese macaque, Jigokudani, Japan - 16 Jul 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Dave Stevenson / Rex Features (1803220aa)
Sink Or Swim For Baby Monkeys
It's a real case of sink or swim for these baby monkeys.
The tiny youngsters are seen holding onto their mothers for dear life as they get taken for a swim - whether they like it or not - in the search for food.
Wildlife photographer Dave Stevenson watched as the unwilling Japanese macaques got a dunking when their mothers dived to the bottom of a pool in Jigokundani, Japan.
The act left their children with a tricky choice - let go of mum or hold on tight and hold their breath.
Even after choosing to remain with their mother, the youngsters made every effort they could to stay above water.
Straining their necks and lifting their heads up high, some were able to avoid being totally submerged, while others weren't so fortunate.
Dave comments: "Their parents dive for grain at the bottom of the pool and the infants have a choice of waiting on the side or risking the water.
"Despite not liking being underwater much they cling on and get taken for a swim as a result".
They might dislike getting wet but these young monkeys will actually spend a lot of their lives in water.
Japanese macaques are also known as Snow Monkeys and during the winter months they are famous for spending much of the day keeping warm in the area's hot springs.
And when summer arrives they put their swimming skills to good use by fishing food from the bottom of water pools.
After a brisk swim it is time to dry out in the sun and have a passing neighbour groom you.
Meanwhile, after enduring their swimming lesson the young macaques are soon up to mischief when playtime begins.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Dave Stevenson / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/INZAXNFFC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Japanese macaque, Jigokudani, Japan - 16 Jul 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Dave Stevenson / Rex Features (1803220a)
Sink Or Swim For Baby Monkeys
It's a real case of sink or swim for these baby monkeys.
The tiny youngsters are seen holding onto their mothers for dear life as they get taken for a swim - whether they like it or not - in the search for food.
Wildlife photographer Dave Stevenson watched as the unwilling Japanese macaques got a dunking when their mothers dived to the bottom of a pool in Jigokundani, Japan.
The act left their children with a tricky choice - let go of mum or hold on tight and hold their breath.
Even after choosing to remain with their mother, the youngsters made every effort they could to stay above water.
Straining their necks and lifting their heads up high, some were able to avoid being totally submerged, while others weren't so fortunate.
Dave comments: "Their parents dive for grain at the bottom of the pool and the infants have a choice of waiting on the side or risking the water.
"Despite not liking being underwater much they cling on and get taken for a swim as a result".
They might dislike getting wet but these young monkeys will actually spend a lot of their lives in water.
Japanese macaques are also known as Snow Monkeys and during the winter months they are famous for spending much of the day keeping warm in the area's hot springs.
And when summer arrives they put their swimming skills to good use by fishing food from the bottom of water pools.
After a brisk swim it is time to dry out in the sun and have a passing neighbour groom you.
Meanwhile, after enduring their swimming lesson the young macaques are soon up to mischief when playtime begins.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Dave Stevenson / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/INZAXNFFC (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004y)
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
Jigokudani is loca...
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004ag)
Juvenile Japanese snow monkey
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the ...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VLKHFONJX
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004x)
Japanese snow monkeys
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004ae)
Juvenile Japanese snow monkey
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the ...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VLKHFONJX
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004w)
Japanese snow monkeys
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
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For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VLKHFONJ
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004o)
Japanese snow monkeys
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
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For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VLKHFONJ
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004ac)
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
Jigokudani is loc...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VLKHFONJX
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004g)
Japanese snow monkeys
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
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For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VLKHFONJ
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004f)
Japanese snow monkeys
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VLKHFONJ
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004j)
Japanese snow monkeys
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VLKHFONJ
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004aa)
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
Jigokudani is loc...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VLKHFONJX
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004ab)
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
Jigokudani is loc...
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004d)
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Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004k)
Japanese snow monkeys
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004z)
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
Jigokudani is loca...
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Japanese snow monkeys, Jigokudani, Nagano, Japan - Dec 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ben Torode / Rex Features (1596004e)
Japanese snow monkeys
Monkeying Around: Japanese Snow Monkeys
If this young monkey's reaction to slipping into a warm bath is anything to go by, these primates really are like humans.
The juvenile Japanese snow monkey was photographed enjoying the famous hot springs at Jigokudani monkey park in Nagano.
Its expressions appear to show sheer bliss as it bathes in the warming waters.
Photographer Ben Torode also captured delightful scenes of grooming and social interaction among the group of Japanese macaques, who are drawn to the welcoming waterhole during the winter.
The group descend from the steep cliffs and forest to sit in the warm waters of the onsen (hotsprings), before returning to the security of the forests in the evenings.
Ben, 35, from Adelaide took up photography after relocating to Tokyo and being "moved by the blooming cherry blossoms here".
He explains: "It seemed the little monkey was just starting to enjoy some time away from its mother, but would often run out of the bath to check where she was. Although in the images it looks like it is in pure heaven as it slips into the bath, although its true joy is the seed it has hidden in its mouth.
"My favourite images would have to be the ones that show intense preening because it reveals how many traits these monkeys share with humans.
"Their hands are extremely delicate and dextrous, they are very social and they are capable of intense concentration. In fact Japanese macaques spend 27.9% of their waking hours engaged in social grooming, as opposed to just 23.5% feeding.
"While you shoot these monkeys, you are not supposed to stare at them too long with your naked eyes because they take it as a sign of aggression, but they don't mind lenses.
"The young ones, however, are much more inquisitive about everything, including the humans."
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322l)
Snowmonkey, young one in snow, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322j)
Snowmonkey in spa, grooming, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Valley Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322i)
Snowmonkey in spa, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Valley Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322h)
Snowmonkey in spa, open mouth,Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322k)
Snowmonkey, mother and baby in snow,Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322g)
Snowmonkey in spa, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Valley Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322f)
Snowmonkey in spa, shaking head, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Valley Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322d)
Snowmonkey in spa, shaking head, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Valley Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322e)
Snowmonkey in spa, shaking head, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322c)
Snowmonkey in spa, shaking head, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Valley Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322a)
Snowmonkey in spa, reflection, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Valley Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
MUST CREDIT PICTURES TO:
Tom Schandy/Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VJYZJRACQ (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Snow monkeys splashing around in the river, Nagano, Japan - 06 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tom Schandy / Rex Features (1530322b)
Snowmonkey in spa, Jigokudani Yaen-Koni, Hell Vallkey Monkey Park near Nagano, Japan.
'Because I'm Worth it' - Snow Monkeys Bathe In Hot Spring
Obviously its not just humans who enjoy a day at the spa these monkey do too.
The extraordinary images show a group of snow monkeys frolicking in a hot spring; flicking their hair, grooming one another and cleaning the water from their ears.
Wildlife photographer Tom Schandy captured the Snow Monkeys taking a bath in the springs of Joshinetsu Plateau National Park in Japan.
Tom said: "It was hilarious when the monkeys dived under water, swam to the surface and shook their hair like women on shampoo adverts."
The Japanese Snow Monkeys starting their daily bathing culture 50-years-ago after observing people bathing in the hot springs.
In order to avoid confrontation with bathers in the nearby spas a special monkey pool was crafted for the monkeys higher in the valley.
This is called Jigokudani, which when translated means Hell Valley it is a geothermal valley 850 metres above sea level which creates steaming water pools.
Early one morning Tom watched 200 Snow Monkeys descend a snow covered hill on their way to the spring.
He said: "It had been a cold night with temperatures reaching ten degrees below freezing.
"So when the monkeys reached the pool they dived under water to get warm."
The springs can reach up to 40 degrees.
He said: "The hotter the monkeys gets, the redder they get in the face."
Tom stood at the ringside of the pool taking photos of the monkeys while they stared wide-eyed into the lens.
"Every visitor had a camera but they were completely unfazed," explained Tom.
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