Primates

order of mammals (scientific name: Primates) Primates (Primates) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 16 families with 384 known species. Key family groups include Aotidae, Atelidae, Callitrichidae, Cebidae, Old World Monkeys, and Cheirogaleidae. Among its members, 230 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). Well-known representatives include gorilla. It belongs to Mammals (Mammalia).