Bald Uakari

Cacajao calvus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Primates · Pitheciidae

About

The bald uakari or bald-headed uakari is a small New World monkey characterized by a very short tail; bright, crimson face; a bald head; and long coat. The bald uakari is restricted to várzea forests and other wooded habitats near water in the western Amazon of Brazil and Peru.

Fun Fact

Bald uakaris have bright red faces that signal health to potential mates — a pale face indicates malaria or other illness, so the redder the face, the more attractive the individual.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Flooded tropical forests

Diet

Frugivore

Lifespan

15-20 years

Threats

Habitat Fragmentation
Illegal Logging
Illegal Wildlife Trade

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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