A rare and beautiful monkey that lives in the rainforests of Brazil. It gets its name because its thick, shiny black fur and impressive mane make it look a bit like a miniature lion. These small monkeys are part of the tamarin family, and they are one of the four species of lion tamarins. They are known for their playful nature and striking appearance.

Black lion tamarins are small but have long, slender bodies and tails, with the tail being longer than the rest of their body. Even though their tails look long and impressive, they don’t use them to grip things as other monkeys do. Instead, they use their sharp claws and strong fingers to cling to branches and move quickly through the trees. Their manes give them a wild, fluffy appearance, and they are known for their bright, expressive eyes that seem full of curiosity.

These tamarins are highly active and spend most of their time in the trees. They are excellent climbers and jumpers, able to leap from one branch to another with great agility. Black lion tamarins live in small family groups, usually made up of around four to eight individuals. The group is close-knit, and the tamarins help each other out, especially when it comes to taking care of their young. Both males and females take part in raising the babies, which strengthens their family bonds.

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Brazil

1,600

Official estimate

EN

2020

São Paulo