Threats
Urbanisation & Infrastructure
As red-handed tamarins live in trees, the loss of tropical rainforests is a big challenge to their survival.
Scientific Name
Saguinus midas
Other Common Name(s)
Golden-handed Tamarin, Yellow-handed Tamarin, Midas Tamarin
Body Weight
400-550 g
Body Length
Head and body: 20.5-28.0 cm
Tail: 31.5-44.0 cm
Habitat
Diet
Fun Facts
Red-handed tamarins can jump and descend from 20m high to the ground without getting hurt.
Red-handed tamarins live in small groups with 2 to 6 members. They cooperate together and respect other members within the group
Distribution
Threats & Conservation
Threats & Conservation
Urbanisation & Infrastructure
As red-handed tamarins live in trees, the loss of tropical rainforests is a big challenge to their survival.
IUCN Red List
Least Concern
CITES
Appendix II
Conservation Regulations
Protected under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals and Plants Ordinance (Cap. 586) in Hong Kong.
