Squirrel Monkey : Diet
The wild squirrel monkeys feed on fruit, insects, leaves and seeds.
A varied diet is very important to avoid boredom and loss of appetite.
Fresh water every day at all times.
Give your monkeys commercial primate diet supplemented with :
- sweet potato
- vegetables like corn, green beans or turnip
- fresh fruit like mango, apple and banana
- peanuts
- sunflower seeds
- hard-boiled eggs
- wheat bread
- insects like mealworms, crickets and grasshoppers
- vitamin supplements (esp Vitamin D3) are very important !!!
Example : A Detailed feeding schedule
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