Can a single species of monkey survive the weight of a thousand tourists?
In short: The Rock in Gibraltar is the only place in Europe where wild monkeys live. This video explores the delicate balance between the endangered Barbary macaque and the massive influx of daily visitors.
The Barbary macaque is Europe's only wild monkey species, but their sanctuary is under pressure. Every day, approximately one thousand tourists enter their territory, creating a complex situation of competition for habitat and resources.
The footage examines the dynamics of coexistence, questioning whether these endangered primates can maintain their wild nature while living in such close proximity to human activity.
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