Species: Leontopithecus chrysomelas
Geographic Range: North Atlantic part of Brazil, in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais
Size: 10 inches long, 1 lb.
Lifespan: Up to 14 years
Conservation Status: Endangered

Como’s Tamarins
Find them with the Primates Map

Fun Facts:

• A tamarin’s tail is longer than its body.
• Emperor tamarins live in groups of about four generally with one female and three males.
• Emperors will sometimes form mixed troops with another kind of monkey, the saddleback tamarin (Saguinus fuscicollis).
• The moustache helps individuals identify each other and assists in display.