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Silvery Marmoset
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Common name Silvery marmoset
Specific name Callithrix argentata argentata
Family Callitrichidae
Behaviour Silvery marmoset threat displays include lowered eyebrows, lip smacking and rapid tongue flicking. Unless suckling, baby marmosets are carried by their fathers or older brothers and sisters.
Diet Fruit, animal prey, gums
Habitat Tropical rainforest, deciduous dry forest
Status Least concern
Location Brazil, Bolivia

Shaldon Wildlife Trust is the European Studbook holder for this species and coordinates them within Europe

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