Central American Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri oerstedii) — Endangered Mammalia

Central American Squirrel Monkey

Saimiri oerstedii

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Primates · Cebidae

About

The Central American squirrel monkey, also known as the red-backed squirrel monkey, is a squirrel monkey species from the Pacific coast of Costa Rica and Panama. It is restricted to the northwestern tip of Panama near the border with Costa Rica, and the central and southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica, primarily in Manuel Antonio and Corcovado National Parks.

Fun Fact

The Central American squirrel monkey can live for more than 15 years.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in lowland forests and is restricted to secondary forests and primary forests which have been partially logged.

Diet

Eats small vertebrates, including bats, birds, lizards, and tree frogs.

Lifespan

15 years

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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