Endemic Animals of Rio de Janeiro

The Golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia) is a small, endangered primate, endemic to the Atlantic coast of Brazil. It is a member of the family Callitrichidae. In spite of its name, this monkey isn't related to lions. Instead, this species is so called due to exhibiting a magnificent ring of hair that shines in the sun, resembling an elegant lion mane. Otherwise called 'Golden marmoset', this New World monkey is one of the 4 species of ...
lion tamarin and one of the world's rarest animals. The Golden lion tamarins have been an important part of local legends and fables. Less

Liolaemus lutzae, called commonly Lutz's tree iguana, is a species of lizard in the family Liolaemidae. The species is endemic to Brazil. Less

Dixon's ground snake (Erythrolamprus atraventer) is a species of snake in the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to Brazil. Less

The shielded worm lizard (Leposternon scutigerum ) is a worm lizard species in the family Amphisbaenidae. It is found in Brazil. Less