Three-striped Night Monkey

Aotus trivirgatus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Primates · Aotidae

About

The three-striped night monkey, also known as northern night monkey or northern owl monkey, is one of several species of owl monkeys currently recognised. It is found in Venezuela and north-central Brazil.

Fun Fact

Three-striped night monkeys are the only truly nocturnal monkeys in the world, with enormous eyes that gather light so efficiently they can spot insects in near-total darkness.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Tropical rainforests

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

10-20 years

Threats

Wildfire
Illegal Logging

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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