Tag: Vulnerable Species

White-faced Saki

Discover the fascinating world of the White-faced Saki, a vibrant monkey native to the tropical rainforests of South America. With its striking white facial fur and playful demeanor, this diurnal species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem as a seed disperser, while facing threats from habitat loss. Explore their unique behaviors, diet, and the…
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…
Gray’s Bald-faced Saki

Discover the fascinating world of the Gray’s Bald-faced Saki, an agile primate thriving in the lush lowland rainforests of South America. With their distinctive gray fur and bald faces, these social creatures play a vital role in their ecosystem as seed dispersers while facing threats from habitat loss. Learn more about their behavior, diet, and…
Isabel’s Saki

Discover the captivating world of Isabel’s Saki, a medium-sized primate native to the tropical rainforests of South America. This vulnerable species thrives in the Amazon Basin, showcasing unique physical traits, a frugivorous diet, and intricate social behaviors. Learn about their vital role in biodiversity and conservation challenges facing their habitat.
Miller’s Saki

Discover the fascinating world of the Miller’s Saki (Pithecia milleri), a medium-sized primate native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil and Guyana. Renowned for their striking appearance and social behavior, these monkeys play a crucial role in their ecosystem as seed dispersers while facing threats from habitat destruction. Learn more about their unique characteristics, diet,…
Golden-faced Saki

Discover the fascinating world of the Golden-faced Saki, a unique primate native to the lush rainforests of the Amazon Basin. Known for their vibrant golden facial coloration and playful social behavior, these agile monkeys play a crucial role in their ecosystem as seed dispersers. Despite their captivating traits, the Golden-faced Saki faces threats from habitat…
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…
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…
Buffy Saki

Discover the captivating world of the Buffy Saki, a medium-sized primate native to the dense rainforests of the Amazon Basin. Known for their distinctive buff-colored fur and social behavior, these vulnerable creatures play a crucial role in their ecosystem as seed dispersers while facing threats from habitat loss and hunting. Learn about their unique characteristics,…

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Cyrtodactylus guakanthanensis

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