Midas Tamarin (Saguinus midas) — Least Concern Mammalia

Midas Tamarin

Saguinus midas

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Primates · Callitrichidae

About

The golden-handed tamarin, also known as the red-handed tamarin or Midas tamarin, is a New World monkey belonging to the family Callitrichidae.

Fun Fact

This species is native to wooded areas north of the Amazon River in Brazil, Guyana, French Guiana, Suriname, and possibly Venezuela.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to wooded areas north of the Amazon River in Brazil, Guyana, French Guiana, Suriname, and possibly Venezuela.

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

10 years

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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