The average weight is 220g - 900g (7.7oz - 32oz). Emperor Tamarin is a mammal that lives in lowland tropical forest. It has a fur skin type. The preferred food type is omnivore. Emperor Tamarin which scientific name is saguinus imperator is usually 18cm - 30cm (7in - 12in). These mammals usually live 8 - 15 years. The maximum speed it can reach is 40km/h (24mph).
Facts about emperor tamarins
Name | Emperor Tamarin |
Predators | Hawks, snakes, wild cats |
Size (L) | 18cm - 30cm (7in - 12in) |
Life Span | 8 - 15 years |
Genus | Saguinus |
Scientific Name | Saguinus imperator |
Habitat | Lowland tropical forest |
Family | Callitrichidae |
Lifestyle | Troop |
Type | Mammal |
Top Speed | 40km/h (24mph) |
Order | Primates |
Average Litter Size | 2 |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Phylum | Chordata |
Distinctive Features | Small body size and long, thin tail |
Main Prey | Fruit, insects, rodents |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Weight | 220g - 900g (7.7oz - 32oz) |
Diet | Omnivore |
Skin Type | Fur |
Colour | Black, grey, white, brown |
Class | Mammalia |