Black-headed Marmoset
Mico nigriceps
Close to qualifying as threatened
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Black-headed Marmoset
The black-headed marmoset (Mico nigriceps) is a marmoset species endemic to Brazil. It inhabits humid tropical rainforest, mostly second growth and edge; the distribution is not exactly known but is thought to be Rio dos Marmelos in the north and east, Madeira River in the west and Ji-Paraná River in the south. The threats are not exactly known but it may be near human traffic including the Trans-Amazonian Highway where cattle ranching and logging is occurring....
Key Facts
- Near threatened - close to being at risk.
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Black-headed Marmoset?
The scientific name of the Black-headed Marmoset is Mico nigriceps.
Is the Black-headed Marmoset endangered?
The Black-headed Marmoset is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
How many Black-headed Marmoset sightings have been recorded?
8 observations of the Black-headed Marmoset have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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