• Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata) uses hot springs in winter to stay warm, helping it survive harsh conditions.

Japanese macaques inhabit trees or mountainous regions and do not have permanent or long-term shelters. The species does not use a fixed den site, but instead finds temporary resting places and protection from the cold. These snow monkeys utilize bark as a material for shelter. The purpose of these temporary shelters is for rest and protection from cold temperatures.