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Golden Lion Tamarin
Golden Lion Tamarin
(Leontopithecus rosalia)

 
  • Diverse body types and natural histories, but all have predominantly tree dwelling, or arboreal, lifestyles
  • Some species have prehensile tails, which can function as a third hand or foot for grasping or holding
  • Do not have cheek pouches for storing food
  • Native to Central and South America
Primates: New World Monkeys
References
Shumaker, R. & Beck, B. (2003) Primates in Question. Smithsonian Institution Press: Washington, D.C.
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