These titis are distinguished by their soft red fur on their hands and tail, which gives them their characteristic name.The rest of their body is usually dark shades of brown or black.They are small, agile animals with large, expressive eyes that give them a charming appearance.
13 years
500 gr
20-30 Cm
The species is relatively secure in the wild and faces no immediate risk of extinction.
Sexual maturity is reached between 2 and 9 years of age.
Gestation lasts 4 to 5 months.
Red-handed Titis are highly social animals that live in close-knit family groups. You will observe how they interact with grace and affection, communicating through soft vocalisations and delicate gestures. They are known for their cooperative behaviour and their ability to forage in trees in search of fruit and other food.
Habitat loss, hunting, illegal trade, habitat fragmentation and predation.
Their diet is mainly vegetarian, consisting of fruits, flowers, nectar and insects. They consume large amounts of low glycaemic carbohydrates, which is beneficial to their health.
It is at high risk of extinction in the medium term.
It is not yet at risk, but could be soon if conditions worsen.
Not Used
There are no longer any living individuals of the species.
Only specimens survive in captivity or in scientific collections.
It has a very high risk of disappearing in the wild if conservation measures are not taken.
It faces an extremely high risk of extinction in the near future.
