Meet Michael, a confident and striking Bolivian squirrel monkey who arrived at Jungle Friends alongside his buddy Ringo when they were both just four years old. Bred for medical research, their fate took a fortunate turn when the study was canceled before they were ever "used," narrowly escaping being sold to another laboratory.

Michael is known not just for his handsome appearance but for his unmistakable squawk—the loudest and proudest in the whole sanctuary! His self-assurance is unmatched, and he’s quick to put neighboring white-faced capuchins in their place if they get too sassy. 

Together, Michael and Ringo patrol their outdoor runways with purpose, always on the lookout for action. The “Michael and Ringo hunting team” is a formidable duo in Emerald City, making sure any critter from an ant to a garter snake knows who’s in charge. With their bold personalities and endless energy, these two are never short on opinions—or adventures!