White-eared titi
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White-eared titi
Callicebus donacophilus
The White-eared titi is a small monkey with fluffy fur and big, bright eyes. They love to swing through trees and are very playful with their friends!
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The White-eared titi has soft, grayish-brown fur on its body, often with reddish-orange underparts. Its most distinctive features are the prominent tufts of white fur on its ears. Its long, bushy tail is darker, sometimes with a whitish tip, and is not prehensile.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPrimatesFamilyPitheciidaeGenusPlecturocebus
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Male titis are super dads, carrying their babies almost all the time!
These monkeys often warm up by sunbathing on branches after chilly forest nights.
They mate for life and are one of the few truly monogamous primates.
Titis "shout" at neighboring groups to tell them to stay away from their area.
Special abilities
Ability
Tail-Tie Tango
White-eared titis can intertwine their long tails with family members, creating a secure and cozy bond while resting high in the trees.
Ability
Duet Delivers
White-eared titis have complex, loud calls they perform in duets with their mate, that helps them communicate and defend their territory.
Ability
Forest Navigator
White-eared titis can leap effortlessly between branches with incredible agility, because of their strong legs that helps them move through the dense forest canopy.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 25-35 cm
- Weight
- 0.5-1.5 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-20 years
- Top Speed
- 15 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1-2
- Gestation
- 150-160 days
Diet & Feeding
These small monkeys mostly munch on delicious fruits and leaves, but also enjoy a side of tasty insects!
Primary Foods
- Fruits
- Leaves
- Insects
- Flowers
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Harpy Eagle
Harpia harpyja
A powerful bird of prey in its habitat.
eaten by
Jaguar
Panthera onca
A large feline predator of the forest.
eaten by
Boa Constrictor
Boa constrictor
A large snake that ambushes small primates.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always watch animals from a distance and never try to touch them in the wild.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is White-eared titi?
25-35 cm
How much does White-eared titi weigh?
0.5-1.5 kg
How long does White-eared titi live?
10-20 years
How fast can White-eared titi move?
15 km/h
What does White-eared titi eat?
These small monkeys mostly munch on delicious fruits and leaves, but also enjoy a side of tasty insects!
Where is White-eared titi usually found?
Forests
How does White-eared titi hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does White-eared titi usually have?
1-2
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