Spider monkeys are among the largest New World monkeys; black-headed spider monkeys, the largest spider monkey, have an average weight of 11 kilograms (24 lb) for males and 9.66 kg (21.3 lb) for females.
IMMUNE SYSTEM. -responsible for protecting the body against bacteria, viruses, fungi, toxins, parasites, and cancer. -works with organs of lymphatic system, thymus, spleen, and lymph nodes, to clear body of these disease causing agents. LYMPHATIC SYSTEM.
Small bean-shaped glands that produce lymphocytes, filter harmful substances from the tissues, and contain macrophages, which are cells that digest cellular debris, pathogens and other foreign substances. Major groups of lymph nodes are located in the tonsils, adenoids, armpits, neck, groin and mediastinum.