Central American Squirrel Monkey

Saimiri oerstedii

Endangered

About

The Central American Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri oerstedii) is a species in the genus Saimiri. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Primates (อันดับวานร)

Species

Saimiri oerstedii (Central American Squirrel Monkey)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Barizo Dorsirrojo

French Saïmiri À Dos Roux

Similar Species in Saimiri

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bare-eared squirrel monkey

Saimiri ustus

Near Threatened

Black-capped Squirrel Monkey

Saimiri boliviensis

Least Concern

Black Squirrel Monkey

Saimiri vanzolinii

Endangered

Collins' Squirrel Monkey

Saimiri collinsi

Least Concern

Humboldt's Squirrel Monkey

Saimiri cassiquiarensis

Near Threatened

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common squirrel monkey

Saimiri sciureus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Central American Squirrel Monkey?

The scientific name of Central American Squirrel Monkey is Saimiri oerstedii. It belongs to the genus Saimiri.

What is the conservation status of Central American Squirrel Monkey?

Central American Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri oerstedii) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Central American Squirrel Monkey belong to?

Central American Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri oerstedii) belongs to the genus Saimiri, which is part of the taxonomic family Cebidae.

Is Central American Squirrel Monkey endangered?

Yes, Central American Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri oerstedii) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Central American Squirrel Monkey belong to?

Central American Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri oerstedii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Central American Squirrel Monkey?

The closest relatives of Central American Squirrel Monkey in the genus Saimiri include bare-eared squirrel monkey, Black-capped Squirrel Monkey, Black Squirrel Monkey, Collins' Squirrel Monkey, Humboldt's Squirrel Monkey.