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The Peruvian squirrel monkey

The Peruvian squirrel monkey lives in groups often composed of 20 to 75 individuals. Within these groups, the females remain in their natal group, while the males migrate to join other groups. Skilled insect hunters, they spend up to 80% of their day searching through foliage to catch insects and small animals, and can even feed exclusively on animal prey when fruit is scarce.

The Peruvian squirrel monkey in numbers

160 days

Gestation period

700 to 1.100 grams

Average weight

15 to 20 years

Life expectancy

Family

Identity card

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  • Name: Peruvian squirrel monkey
  • Latin name: Saimiri boliviensis peruviensis
  • Habitat: Peru
  • IUCN-status:Not threatened
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