Wied's Black-tufted-ear Marmoset

Callithrix kuhlii

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Primates · Callitrichidae

About

Wied's marmoset, also known as Wied's black-tufted-ear marmoset, is a New World monkey that lives in tropical and subtropical forests of eastern Brazil. Unlike other marmosets, Wied's marmoset lives in groups consisting of 4 or 5 females and 2 or 3 males. They are matriarchal, and only the dominant female is allowed to mate. Like other marmosets, the offspring are always born in pairs.

Fun Fact

Unlike other marmosets, Wied's marmoset lives in groups consisting of 4 or 5 females and 2 or 3 males (plus children).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in tropical and subtropical forests of eastern Brazil.

Diet

Eat insects, they will generally scan their environment before pouncing on the insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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