Watercolor illustration of Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin (Leontocebus tripartitus)

Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin

Leontocebus tripartitus

Near Threatened
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Chichico Amarillo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin?
The scientific name of Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin is Leontocebus tripartitus. It belongs to the genus Leontocebus.
What is the conservation status of Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin?
Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin (Leontocebus tripartitus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin live?
Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin is found in Found in Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Ecuador.
What family does Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin belong to?
Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin (Leontocebus tripartitus) belongs to the genus Leontocebus, which is part of the taxonomic family Callitrichidae.
What kingdom does Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin belong to?
Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin (Leontocebus tripartitus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).
What are the closest relatives of Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin?
The closest relatives of Golden-mantled Saddle-back Tamarin in the genus Leontocebus include brown-mantled tamarin, Cruz Lima's Saddle-back Tamarin, Lesson's Saddle-back Tamarin, Andean Saddle-back Tamarin, Black-mantled Tamarin.

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