Macaques, like other Old World monkeys, are second only to humans in their ability to use their fingertips and opposable thumbs to manipulate small objects. Macaques can be found in more climates and habitats than any other primate, save humans - ranging from Japan to Morocco. Forest habitats seem to be preferred. All but one macaque species reside in some part of Asia and are quite widespread. Several live in close association with humans.
Macaques are omnivorous, though fruit tends to be primary.
They've been known to raid crops in some areas. They make use of quite a few plant species in whatever area they are found. Macaques are diurnal, and both arboreal and terrestrial. They normally form multimale-multifemale groups with strong hierarchies, often determined by the mother's rank. Females usually outnumber males.