Here's why:
* The Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976: This act prohibits the keeping of certain dangerous wild animals, including primates, without a license.
* The Animal Welfare Act 2006: This act requires owners to provide suitable living conditions for their animals, which is impossible to achieve for a finger monkey in a domestic environment.
Keeping a finger monkey as a pet would be:
* Cruel: These animals require specialized care and a complex social environment, which cannot be replicated in a home.
* Illegal: You would be breaking the law by keeping a finger monkey without the proper permits and facilities.
* Harmful to the species: The illegal pet trade puts wild finger monkey populations at risk.
If you're interested in learning more about primates, you can visit zoos or wildlife parks where they are cared for professionally.