What is red hand tamarin?

The red-handed tamarin, also known as the golden-handed tamarin or Midas tamarin, is a small New World monkey native to the rainforests of Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela. It is characterized by its reddish-orange hands and feet, as well as its long, soft, golden fur.

Red-handed tamarins generally live in groups of 2-8 individuals, which consist of a breeding pair and their offspring. They are diurnal and arboreal, meaning they spend their days in the treetops where they forage for insects, fruit, and nectar. They have sharp teeth and strong jaws which enable them to crack open hard-shelled nuts and fruits.

Unfortunately, like many other primate species, the red-handed tamarin is threatened by deforestation and habitat destruction due to logging, agriculture, and urbanization. Conservation efforts, including habitat restoration and captive breeding programs, are being implemented to help protect and preserve this species.