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BRIGHTS ZOO
3425 HWY 11E
Limestone, TN 37681

Tel: (423) 257-1927

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BLACK TUFTED MARMOSET

Distribution Map

[Callithrix penicillata]
Habitat: Neo-tropical gallery forests of the Brazilian Central Plateau
Height: 7.5 inches
Weight: 12 ounces
Max Lifespan: 20 Years
Gestation Period: 150 days
Number of Young: 1 to 4

- They live in family groups of 2 to 14.
- They will share their food with other marmoset groups.
- They have a non-opposable thumb and nails that are claw like.
- Males and siblings will help assist in raising the young.
- A female often gives birth to twins.