Do not wear jewelry. Remove all piercings. Leave anything shiny at home, for example, sequin-covered shirts. Long hair should be tied up or put back. Consider wearing contact lenses instead of glasses. Leave your purse, fannypack or backpack at home. Monkeys in popular vacation areas have been known to raid them for food and treats. [1] X Research source
Some species of monkeys have up to four times the strength of a human being. Monkeys are unpredictable. Monkey bites are dangerous due to the high levels of bacteria in their mouths. Monkeys are common carriers of rabies.
Contain your fear as best as possible. Don’t scream. Don’t try to fight the monkey or push it off. Walk calmly away. The monkey will eventually let go and leave you alone. [7] X Research source
Retreat to a safe place. Scrub your wound with clean water and soap to make sure as many germs as possible have been removed. Visit a doctor as soon as you can. They will likely suggest a course of antibiotics and may even suggest antibiotics against rabies, which has no initial symptoms and is fatal if not treated immediately.
