Black capuchin

Sapajus nigritus

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Primates · Cebidae

About

The black capuchin, also known as the black-horned capuchin, is a capuchin monkey from the Atlantic Forest in south-eastern Brazil and far north-eastern Argentina. Historically, it was included as a subspecies of the tufted capuchin.

Fun Fact

Historically, it was included as a subspecies of the tufted capuchin.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Eat a wide variety of foods, including insects, bird eggs, small vertebrates, leaves, bulbs, seeds, and fruits.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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