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The golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia; Portuguese: mico-leão-dourado [ˈmiku leˈɐ̃w do(w)ˈɾadu,-liˈɐ̃w-]), also known as the golden marmoset, is a small New World monkey of the family Callitrichidae. Endemic to the Atlantic coastal forests of Brazil, the golden lion tamarin is an endangered species.
Golden lion tamarin Leontopithecus rosalia (Linnaeus, 1766) southeastern Brazil: Size: golden fur all over, mane sometimes darkening or black Habitat: Diet: EN Golden-headed lion tamarin Leontopithecus chrysomelas (Kuhl, 1820) Bahia, Brazil: Size: black fur with golden face, arms, and tail Habitat: Diet: EN
The golden-headed lion tamarin ( Leontopithecus chrysomelas ), also the golden-headed tamarin, is a lion tamarin endemic to Brazil. It is found only in the lowland and premontane tropical forest fragments in the state of Bahia, and therefore is considered to be an endangered species. It lives at heights of 3–10 metres (9.8–32.8 ft).
Golden lion tamarins are small monkeys, weighing 17 to 24 ounces (482 to 680 grams) and measuring 6 to 10 inches (15 to 25 centimeters) in length with a tail of about 12 to 15 inches (32 to 40 centimeters). Males and females are similar in appearance and size.
Golden Lion Tamarin. Scientific Name: Leontopithecus rosalia. Type: Mammals. Diet: Omnivore. Group Name: Troop. Average Life Span In The Wild: 15 years. Size: Head and body: 7.5 to 8.75...
Sep 15, 2012 · The squirrel-sized golden lion tamarin weighs just over a pound, is about 14 inches long, and is entirely golden, with a full mane encircling its head. This primate boasts long digits that allow it to pry food from beneath bark and leaves, and a long tail that reaches up to 16 inches.
Golden lion tamarins (GLTs) are tiny endangered monkeys found only in the Atlantic Coastal Forest of Southeast Brazil in the state of Rio de Janeiro. At Save the Golden Lion Tamarin, we work with our partners in Brazil to protect these monkeys for generations to come. Why do GLTs face extinction?
The Golden lion tamarin or golden marmoset as alternately called gets its name after the golden on its face and body giving it a lion-like look. Table of Contents. Description. Video. Range and Distribution. How long do they live? Diet. Behavioral Characteristics. Locomotion. Predators. Adaptations. Mating and Reproduction. Conservations Status.
Jan 24, 2024 · Golden-headed lion tamarins are named for their striking mane of golden-orange hair, which is in contrast to their mostly black bodies. Their legs and tails are also golden-orange. These...
The golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia) is one of the most threatened primates in the world. Endemic to lowland Atlantic Forest of Brazil, one of the world’s 34 Hotspots – the most threatened and biologically diverse areas on the planet, this tiny red-gold monkey occurred historically throughout the coastal region of Rio de Janeiro ...
