Monkeys stealing breakfast from outdoor tables at Sigiriya homestays
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The Toque Macaques around Sigiriya are incredibly bold. They will literally drop from the roof onto your table, grab a piece of toast or fruit, and run off before you can blink. They are not usually violent towards adults, but they are opportunistic. The homestay owners usually stand nearby with a stick or a slingshot to scare them away while you eat.
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Amali W.•950 rep•142
Do not smile at them! Baring your teeth is a sign of aggression in monkey language and it might make them challenge you for the food.
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Ethan J.•4510 rep•23
If a monkey gets its hands on your food, let it go. Do not fight it. They carry diseases and a scratch will ruin your holiday.
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