tamarin (Meaning)
tamarin (n)
small South American marmoset with silky fur and long nonprehensile tail
tamarin (n.)
Any one of several species of small squirrel-like South American monkeys of the genus Midas, especially M. ursulus.
Synonyms & Antonyms of tamarin
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tamarin Sentence Examples
- The golden lion tamarin is a critically endangered species native to Brazil's Atlantic Forest.
- Tamarins are small, agile primates with long tails and distinctive facial markings.
- The emperor tamarin is the smallest monkey in the world, weighing only about 130 grams.
- Tamarins live in social groups called troops, which typically consist of 2-8 individuals.
- They are omnivores and feed on a variety of fruits, seeds, insects, and small vertebrates.
- Tamarins are territorial and defend their home ranges from neighboring troops.
- They communicate through a variety of vocalizations, including high-pitched whistles and shrieks.
- Tamarins are considered threatened due to habitat loss and fragmentation caused by human activities.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect tamarin populations and their habitats.
- The pygmy marmoset tamarin is one of the least-studied tamarin species due to its elusive nature.
FAQs About the word tamarin
small South American marmoset with silky fur and long nonprehensile tailAny one of several species of small squirrel-like South American monkeys of the genus Mi
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No antonyms found.
The golden lion tamarin is a critically endangered species native to Brazil's Atlantic Forest.
Tamarins are small, agile primates with long tails and distinctive facial markings.
The emperor tamarin is the smallest monkey in the world, weighing only about 130 grams.
Tamarins live in social groups called troops, which typically consist of 2-8 individuals.
