Moustached Tamarin

Saguinus mystax

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Primates · Callitrichidae

About

The moustached tamarin is a New World monkey and a species of tamarin. The moustached tamarin is named for the lack of coloring in the facial hair surrounding their mouth, appearing similar to a moustache. As with most New World monkeys, the moustached tamarin is found only in areas of South America.

Fun Fact

Their remarkable spatial memory allows them to quickly recall the location of fruiting trees.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

20 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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