Pygmy Marmoset

Callithrix pygmaea

NATURAL HABITAT
The Pygmy marmoset lives in the understory of the rainforest and is commonly found near rivers.

DIET
IN THE WILD – Insects, arachnids and gum from trees
IN THE ZOO – Fruits, vegetables and insects

FASCINATING FACTS

• World's smallest true monkey
• Lives 11 to 12 years in the wild and into their twenties in captivity
• Groom each other as a way of social bonding
• Can climb very high up in trees due to small size
• Often have litters of twins