Kinkajous are arboreal mammals that live in the rainforests of Central and South America. They are able to turn their feet 180 degrees to run quickly across the branches. Their long, prehensile tail grips onto the branches, almost functioing as a third arm! Although they may sound like a primate from their traits and behaviors, kinkajous are most closely related to the raccoon.

Kinkajous are often called honey bears, because they love to slurp honey. Their long tongue helps them reach into the bees nests, remove insects, such as termites, and find nectar. They also eat fruit, and small animals.

Kinkajous live in small groups in the trees. Although, they are rarely spotted, they can be heard often, as they are quite vocal. Females produce one offspring a year. Babies are born quite helpless, but mature quickly, able to hang by their tails at two months old!