| 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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