Watercolor illustration of Black-mantled Tamarin (Leontocebus nigricollis)

Black-mantled Tamarin

Leontocebus nigricollis

Least Concern

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The Black-mantled Tamarin (Leontocebus nigricollis) is a species in the genus Leontocebus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Chichico De Manto Negro
Portuguese Sagüi-de-manto-negro

Similar Species in Leontocebus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-mantled Tamarin?
The scientific name of Black-mantled Tamarin is Leontocebus nigricollis. It belongs to the genus Leontocebus.
What is the conservation status of Black-mantled Tamarin?
Black-mantled Tamarin (Leontocebus nigricollis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Black-mantled Tamarin live?
Black-mantled Tamarin is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.
What family does Black-mantled Tamarin belong to?
Black-mantled Tamarin (Leontocebus nigricollis) belongs to the genus Leontocebus, which is part of the taxonomic family Callitrichidae.
Is Black-mantled Tamarin endangered?
No, Black-mantled Tamarin (Leontocebus nigricollis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Black-mantled Tamarin belong to?
Black-mantled Tamarin (Leontocebus nigricollis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Black-mantled Tamarin?
The closest relatives of Black-mantled Tamarin in the genus Leontocebus include brown-mantled tamarin, Andean Saddle-back Tamarin, Cruz Lima's Saddle-back Tamarin, Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin, Geoffroy's Saddle-back Tamarin.

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