Meaning of the word "bonnet monkey" in English

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bonnet monkey

US /ˈbɑːnɪt ˈmʌŋki/
UK /ˈbɒn.ɪt ˈmʌŋ.ki/
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Noun

a species of macaque native to southern India, characterized by a cap-like swirl of hair on its head

Example:
The bonnet monkey is commonly found in forests and urban areas of South India.
Tourists often see bonnet monkeys near temples, where they are fed by devotees.