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Monkeys stealing breakfast from outdoor tables at Sigiriya homestays

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Sophia V.•3560 rep•2

We booked a beautiful open-air homestay in Sigiriya. The owner warned us that wild monkeys might steal our breakfast if we eat outside. How aggressive are they.

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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•1

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•2

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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