Black-headed Night Monkey

Aotus nigriceps

Least Concern

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The Black-headed Night Monkey (Aotus nigriceps) is a species in the genus Aotus. 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.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Species

Aotus nigriceps (Black-headed Night Monkey)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cuatro Ojos

German Schwarzköpfiger Rotkehl-Nachtaffe

Portuguese Macaco Da Noite

Similar Species in Aotus

Azara's night monkey

Aotus azarae

Least Concern

Brumback's Night Monkey

Aotus brumbacki

Vulnerable

Douroucouli a bras gris

Aotus griseimembra

Vulnerable

Douroucouli du Panama

Aotus zonalis

Data Deficient

Gray-bellied Night Monkey

Aotus lemurinus

Vulnerable

Hernández Camacho's night monkey

Aotus jorgehernandezi

Data Deficient

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northern night monkey

Aotus trivirgatus

Least Concern

Peruvian night monkey

Aotus miconax

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-headed Night Monkey?

The scientific name of Black-headed Night Monkey is Aotus nigriceps. It belongs to the genus Aotus.

What is the conservation status of Black-headed Night Monkey?

Black-headed Night Monkey (Aotus nigriceps) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Black-headed Night Monkey belong to?

Black-headed Night Monkey (Aotus nigriceps) belongs to the genus Aotus, which is part of the taxonomic family Aotidae.

Is Black-headed Night Monkey endangered?

No, Black-headed Night Monkey (Aotus nigriceps) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Black-headed Night Monkey belong to?

Black-headed Night Monkey (Aotus nigriceps) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Black-headed Night Monkey?

The closest relatives of Black-headed Night Monkey in the genus Aotus include Azara's night monkey, Brumback's Night Monkey, Douroucouli a bras gris, Douroucouli du Panama, Gray-bellied Night Monkey.