A baby spider monkey discovered by the California Highway Patrol this week is in critical condition — suffering from malnourishment, skin and coat issues and an upper respiratory infection.

The rescued spider monkey at Oakland Zoo. Photo courtesy of Oakland Zoo The big picture: In California, it's illegal to privately own primates like the spider monkey, which is typically found in ...

A baby spider monkey discovered by the California Highway Patrol during a DUI stop near Madera earlier this month has a new, if temporary, home. And a name. “Azules is bright, alert and active ...

A baby spider monkey discovered by the California Highway Patrol during a DUI stop near Madera earlier this month has a new, if temporary, home. And a name. “Azules is bright, alert and active ...

MADERA COUNTY, Calif. (KFSN) -- A baby spider monkey has a new home after she was discovered during a DUI traffic stop in Madera County. New video from the Oakland Zoo shows the little one's ...