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Makassar Tarsier

Discover the fascinating world of the Makassar Tarsier, a unique nocturnal primate native to the rainforests of Indonesia. Known for their large eyes and impressive agility, these vulnerable creatures play a crucial role in their ecosystem by controlling insect populations. Learn about their habitat, diet, behavior, and the conservation efforts needed to protect them from…
Napo Saki

Discover the Napo Saki, a fascinating primate native to the Amazon Basin, characterized by its vibrant fur, agile climbing abilities, and complex social structures. This vulnerable species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem through seed dispersal, while its notable adaptability and intelligence highlight its significance in the rainforest’s intricate web of life. Learn more…
Vanzolini’s Bald-faced Saki

Explore the captivating world of Vanzolini’s Bald-faced Saki, a striking primate native to Brazil’s Amazon rainforest. Learn about its unique physical traits, intriguing social behaviors, diet, and vital role in seed dispersal, as well as the conservation challenges it faces in its natural habitat. Join us in uncovering the importance of this vulnerable species to…
Philippine Tarsier

Discover the fascinating world of the Philippine Tarsier (Tarsius syrichta), a small primate known for its extraordinary agility, large eyes, and unique nocturnal habits. Found in the lush forests of the Philippines, these “living fossils” are vital to their ecosystems, primarily preying on insects and small vertebrates. However, with their vulnerable status due to habitat…
Burnished Saki

Discover the captivating world of the Burnished Saki, a monkey species native to the tropical rainforests of northern South America. Renowned for their striking golden-brown fur and playful social behavior, these agile primates play a crucial role in their ecosystem by dispersing seeds and maintaining biodiversity. Learn about their unique diet, reproductive habits, and the…
Monk Saki

Discover the captivating world of the Monk Saki, a unique primate native to the tropical forests of South America. With their distinctive monk-like appearance and playful behavior, they play a vital role in their ecosystem as seed dispersers. Learn about their habitat, diet, conservation status, and the fascinating social dynamics that define these charming creatures.
Equatorial Saki

Discover the fascinating world of the Equatorial Saki (Pithecia aequatorialis), a vibrant primate native to the tropical rainforests of South America. With their striking appearance, social behavior, and role as vital seed dispersers, these resilient creatures face significant threats from habitat loss and illegal wildlife trade. Learn about their unique adaptations, diet, and the importance…
Cazuza’s Saki

Discover the fascinating world of Cazuza’s Saki, a vibrant primate native to the Amazon Basin. Known for their striking black and brown fur and unique social structures, these diurnal creatures play a crucial role in seed dispersal and forest regeneration. However, their survival is threatened by habitat destruction, making conservation efforts essential for this Vulnerable…
Hairy Saki

Discover the Hairy Saki, a fascinating primate native to the tropical rainforests of South America. With its distinctive shaggy fur, social behavior, and crucial role as a seed disperser, this Vulnerable species thrives in diverse habitats, including floodplain and swamp forests. Learn about its unique diet, playful interactions, and conservation challenges in our latest blog…
Ucayali Bald Uacari

Discover the Ucayali Bald Uacari, a striking medium-sized monkey native to the lush rainforests of Peru’s Ucayali River Basin. Known for its bald head and vibrant red face, this frugivorous primate plays an essential role in its ecosystem as a seed disperser, all while facing threats from habitat destruction and illegal hunting. Learn more about…

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