Andean Night Monkey (Aotus miconax) — Endangered Mammalia

Andean Night Monkey

Aotus miconax

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Primates · Aotidae

About

The Peruvian night monkey, also known as the Andean night monkey, is a nocturnal New World monkey endemic to northern Peru. Adults weigh around 1 kg (2.2 lb) and measure up to 50 cm (20 in) in length. Its colour is grey to light brown with characteristic black and white markings on the face. The chest, belly and upper arms are orange tinged, however, to a lesser extent then Aotus nigriceps.

Fun Fact

lb) and measure up to 50 cm (20 in) in length.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to northern Peru.

Diet

Consumes leaf buds and insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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