Geoffroy's marmoset

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Geoffroy's marmoset

Order : Primates
Family : Callitrichidae
Species : Callithrix geoffroyi

The Geoffroy's marmoset, geoffroy's tufted-ear marmoset, white-faced marmoset, white-fronted marmoset is listed as Vulnerable (VU), considered to be facing a high risk of extinction in the wild, on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Facts about the Geoffroy's marmoset

Geoffroy's marmosets are completely monogamous, and when breeding they usually give birth to twins after a four and a half month gestation period. (Full text)

Geoffroy's marmosets are relatively uncommon in captivity, and it is hoped (Full text)

Geoffroy's marmosets are small, arboreal monkeys native to the Atlantic forest of Brazil. (Full text)

Our Geoffroy's Marmosets are in the restaurant! (Full text)

Geoffroy's marmosets are one of the most beautiful marmosets, with their multi-colored fur and white faces. (Full text)

Geoffroy's marmosets are relatively uncommon in captivity, and it is hoped that the data collected will continue to encourage and improve the management and welfare of the species. (Full text)

Geoffroy's marmosets are rare due to the destruction of their habitat through deforestation and can only be found in the coastal rainforests of Eastern Brazil. (Full text)