Wolf Monkey (Alternate Species series)

The Wolf Monkey (Macaca Canis), also known as the Rinca Macaque, is a native to the island of,. Like most they are, but unusually their diet is primarily hunted or scavenged. The Wolf Monkey lives in large patrilineal family groups with strongly defined territories. They pose a significant threat to people and have been hunted almost to extinction in the past.

Etymology
Macaca comes from the Portuguese for monkey, while the word Canis means dog or wolf. The name was given to the species because of their long, sharp fangs.

Taxonomy
The Wolf Monkey is closely related to other species.