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Callithricidae

Callithricidae

9.9
A family of small monkeys from South and Central America that includes marmosets and tamarins
  • noun
  • /ˌkælɪˈθrɪkɪdi/
  • Specialized
: Callitrícidos
  • The Callithricidae family includes both marmosets and tamarins found in South America.

Examples

  • The Callithricidae family includes both marmosets and tamarins found in South America.

  • Several endangered species belong to the Callithricidae, highlighting the need for conservation efforts.

  • Researchers are studying the social behavior of Callithricidae in rainforest environments.

  • The Callithricidae family includes many fascinating species.

  • Did you know that Callithricidae are known for their small size?

  • Researchers are studying the social behavior of Callithricidae in rainforest environments.

  • Several endangered species belong to the Callithricidae, highlighting the need for conservation efforts.

Synonyms

family Callithricidae
vsCallithricidae
  • Specialized
9.9

Small monkeys like marmosets that live in Central and South America

includes tamarins as well rather than being only marmosets

Compounds

family Callithricidae
  • Specialized
9.9

Small monkeys like marmosets that live in Central and South America

Surface Forms

Callithricidae singular
Callithricidae plural

Etymology

Callithricidae comes from Greek words calli- meaning 'beautiful' and thrix meaning 'hair', because these small South American monkeys often have striking fur. The ending -idae shows it is a family name, so the name means the 'family of beautiful-haired' monkeys.