Are kinkajous good pets?
Kinkajous. These small, rainforest-dwelling animals may be cute — but making one your pet is a bad idea. Kinkajous are wild animals that have been known to scratch, bite, and injure their owners.Nov 2, 2011
Are kinkajous aggressive?
Kinkajous are very aggressive and startle easily. When they become aggressive, kinkajous typically attack their attacker's face or genital area. They are mainly arboreal, meaning they live in trees the majority of their lives.
Is a kinkajou a monkey?
Kinkajous appear to be a cross between a monkey/bear, but they are actually members of the raccoon family. They are related to coatimundis, ringtails, and olingos. These mammals are all members of the procyonidae family, which is a new-world order of carnivora.
Why is a kinkajou called Honey Bear?
Kinkajous are sometimes called honey bears because they raid bees' nests. They use their long, skinny tongues to slurp honey from a hive, and also to remove insects like termites from their nests. Kinkajous also eat fruit and small mammals, which they snare with their nimble front paws and sharp claws.
How much does a kinkajou cost?
When considering a kinkajou: 1. They are expensive. Purchase price is typically $2500-$3500 for a captive bred baby.