Primates

Tamarin

Species

Black-mantle tamarin, Saddle-back tamarin, Black-chested mustached tamarin, Red-chested mustached tamarin, Emperor tamarin, Red-handed tamarin, Mottle-faced tamarin, Pied bare-face tamarin, Silvery-brown bare-faced tamarin, Geoffroy’s tamarin, Cotton-top tamarin

Lifespan

10-15 years

Range

Southern, Central and Northern areas ofSouth America

Diet

4/5ths of their diet is fruit, with additional gum and nectar

Social structure

There will be one breeding pair in a troop of 4-11 animals

Reproduction

Gestation averages from 140-170 days with an average litter of 2.

Threats

The golden lion tamarin is critically endangered. It has been the subject of conservation efforts since the 1960’s. It was threatened by habitat destruction

Adopt Toto!

If you would like to support one of our rescued primates you can adopt ‘Toto’ the chimpanzee through our Adoption scheme for as little as �£4.00 or $8.00 per month! For more information contact our adoption line today on: 020 7630 3340, or email us on info@ad-international.org

Adopters will receive a certificate, regular updates on your animal in ‘Toto News’ and a ‘Toto Goes Home’ DVD which showcases his incredible journey from a South America back to the bush in Africa. This is a truly uplifting film suitable for the whole family, enabling you to be alongside our rescue team as we bring Toto to his new home in Africa.

Alternatively you can purchase ‘Toto Goes Home’ DVD for just �£10.99 / $20.00

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