Watercolor illustration of Sagüi-da-serra-escuro (Callithrix aurita)

Sagüi-da-serra-escuro

Callithrix aurita

Endangered

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The Buffy-Tufted Marmoset (Callithrix aurita) is a species in the genus Callithrix. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French Marmouset À Oreilles Blanches
German Ohrbüschel-Seidenäffchen
Portuguese Sagüi-da-serra-escuro

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sagüi-da-serra-escuro?
The scientific name of Sagüi-da-serra-escuro is Callithrix aurita. It belongs to the genus Callithrix.
What is the conservation status of Sagüi-da-serra-escuro?
Sagüi-da-serra-escuro (Callithrix aurita) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Sagüi-da-serra-escuro belong to?
Sagüi-da-serra-escuro (Callithrix aurita) belongs to the genus Callithrix, which is part of the taxonomic family Callitrichidae.
Is Sagüi-da-serra-escuro endangered?
Yes, Sagüi-da-serra-escuro (Callithrix aurita) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Sagüi-da-serra-escuro belong to?
Sagüi-da-serra-escuro (Callithrix aurita) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Sagüi-da-serra-escuro?
The closest relatives of Sagüi-da-serra-escuro in the genus Callithrix include Mico-estrela, Mico-estrela, Sagüi-comum, Sagüi-da-cara-branca, Sagüi-da-serra-claro.

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