Ubud Monkey Forest inhabited by several groups of monkeys

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Ubud Monkey Forest is a small forest inhabited by several groups of monkeys and other tropical animals. In addition, this monkey forest is one of the famous Bali Places of interest strategically located in the heart of Ubud Village, precisely located in the region of Padang Tegal Village, Ubud. Monkey Forests in Balinese are called Wanara Wana. Monkey Forest itself owns a very important function in the survival of the monkey habitat in Bali. Meanwhile, the local community has an important role to play in protecting this forest naturally so that all wild animals able to live smoothly.

Ubud Monkey Forest Condition

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Monkey Forest is dwelt by 200 monkeys, the group of long tail monkeys (macaques or Macaca Fascicularis). Furthermore, there are 23 adult male, 79 adult female and 98 still babies. They are consisted of three groups that dwell certain area, use the certain place as well as certain time. However, it also happened that entire group can use the forest. Nevertheless the fight can not be avoided when two groups are in the same place and time. These monkeys are believed as the guard for Dalem Agung Temple, a Hindu Temple exist in the middle of forest. There are three Holy Temples can be found at this monkey forest and estimated built in the middle of 14 century. We can also discover Permandian Temple, in West side from this forest and Prajapati Temple.