A tamarin claims its territory by rubbing a scent from its body onto tree limbs
No, golden lion tamarins are very territorial and will not leave their territory unless they are pushed out of it by another family group.
there are about 17 trillion golden lion tamarins left in the world
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Golden lion tamarins live in the Atlantic coastline of Brazil. The lowland rainforests there are what they call home.
Golden lion tamarins are endangered mainly because of habitat loss. They are extremely territorial, and will fight brutally over territory, potentially causing whole family groups to die.
The weight of a golden lion tamarin is 500 to 600 grams
Yes, male and female golden lion tamarins look similar in appearance. However, males tend to be slightly larger than females. Males also have scent glands on their chests that they use for marking their territory.
Golden Lion Tamarin Monkeys live in the tropical rainforest.
The weight of a golden lion tamarin is 500 to 600 grams
The Golden Lion Tamarin does not hibernate.
A group of golden lion tamarins is called a "troop." These social animals typically live in family groups, which can include several adults and their offspring. Troops work together to find food and protect their territory, exhibiting strong social bonds.
They are hunted because of their fur