Bare-faced Tamarin

Saguinus Bicolor
Bare-faced tamarins are native to the Amazon region in the Brazilian rainforest.
Bare-faced tamarins are named for their black, hairless face and ears contrasted with their fur colors such as brown, black, or silver.
These primates have non-opposable thumbs with claw-like fingers except for the first one on each toe.
Eighty percent of births are twins. Both parents provide general care for their young, but the males usually carry them. Males transfer the young back to the mother to nurse.
Body length ranges from 19 to 27 inches and average weight is 1 pound.

Location at Palm Beach Zoo

  • An off exhibit animal

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