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Spider monkeys are amazing creatures,they live in tropical rainforests of central and south america and from mexico to bolivia.Spider monkeys have strong tails that enables them to swing from trees and also get to different places that other animals can’t get to. They are agile climbers that travel through the forest using long, rapid swings.Spider monkeys are at risk with only 250 monkeys being left. Their habitat is endangered by hunters and from the climate Impacts include droughts, bushfires, strong storms and changes to cloud cover.They're also wild animals and can become aggressive as they get older, potentially putting themselves and others at risk. The pet trade is also a contributing factor to spider monkeys being endangered.The spider monkey is an essential part of the tropical rainforest ecosystem. They play a key role in seed dispersal, allowing their forest environment to continue to grow and thrive.