Guianan squirrel monkey
A species of Squirrel monkeys, Also known as South american squirrel monkey Scientific name : Saimiri sciureus Genus : Squirrel monkeys
Guianan squirrel monkey, A species of Squirrel monkeys
Also known as:
South american squirrel monkey
Scientific name: Saimiri sciureus
Genus: Squirrel monkeys
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Description
The common squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus) is a primate species from the group of the New World monkeys.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Guianan squirrel monkey, commonly known as the common squirrel monkey, is chiefly frugivorous, primarily consuming ripe fruits. It supplements its diet with insects, spider, leaves, and small vertebrates, highlighting its omnivorous feeding habits.
Appearance
Guianan squirrel monkey is a small, agile primate with short, dense fur. Its distinctive uniformly olive, yellow, or grey coloration contrasts vividly with the black skin on its face and ears. The species has a long, non-prehensile tail and lacks any distinguishing external features between males, females, or various age classes. With large eyes and expressive facial features, guianan squirrel monkey is particularly endearing.
Behavior
Guianan squirrel monkey, also known as the Common Squirrel Monkey, engages in intricate social behavior, forming groups with hierarchical structures. Active during daylight hours, it spends the majority of the day foraging for fruit, insects, and small vertebrates. Territorial displays between males are common, though conflicts are usually resolved through vocalizations rather than physical altercations.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Apes Family
New world monkeys Genus
Squirrel monkeys Species
Guianan squirrel monkey 
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