A typical large boid also can't chase you down and rip your fingers off.
Most experianced primate keepers will tell you that it's not IF a primate will bite or attack you, it's WHEN. Almost every person I've talked to with a "pet" monkey or ape... the animal was UNDER 4 years old(usually under 2). Once they get larger and mature, they begin to act like primates should. That means biting and pushing the owner around to get status.
I volunteered at the local monkey rescue. They are not pets. Sadly, people get them, then discard them when they turn into monkeys instead of babys. They pull their teeth, and even in some cases amputate fingers! Poor diets, since the owner will feed them people foods and treats, lead to bone deseases.
It's very sad. I've only seen a couple folks that I feel were caring properly for primates.
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