Bearded emperor tamarin
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Saguinus imperator subgrisescens

The bearded emperor tamarin (Saguinus imperator subgrisescens ) is one of the two subspecies of the emperor tamarin. It is similar to the black-chinned emperor tamarin, with the beard. It usually lives in groups of 3–8, but can be found alone.

Distribution

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It is situated in rain forests through Brazil and Peru.

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Mating Habits

The female gives birth to two young after a gestation of 140–145 days.

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Population number

The bearded emperor tamarin is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, but it is slowly becoming in danger of extinction through destruction of habitat. Many live in zoos, or are illegally sold as pets.

References

1. Bearded emperor tamarin Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bearded_emperor_tamarin
2. Bearded emperor tamarin on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/43962/17980245

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