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What is a group of monkeys called?

A troop
of monkeys
a troopa barrela tribe
AnimalMonkeys
CategoryMammals
Collective nounTroop, Barrel, Tribe
Baby nameInfant
💡 “A barrel of monkeys” gave its name to the classic toy game.

FAQ

What is a group of monkeys called?

A group of monkeys is called a troop. Other accepted terms include a barrel, a tribe.

Are there other names for a group of monkeys?

Yes — besides a “troop,” you may see “barrel”, “tribe”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.

What is a baby monkey called?

A baby monkey is called a infant.

More mammals

Collective nouns are a mix of traditional “terms of venery,” literary inventions and modern coinages. Several variants are often equally “correct.”