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Saimiri Sciureus Collection

The Saimiri sciureus, commonly known as the Squirrel Monkey, is a fascinating primate species found in the Amazon state of Brazil and throughout South America

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), Amazon state, Brazil, South America

Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), Amazon state, Brazil, South America

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Common squirrel monkey, Saimiri sciureus. Simia sciurea Linn

Common squirrel monkey, Saimiri sciureus. Simia sciurea Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Hermann Jakob
FLO4691691 Common squirrel monkey, Saimiri sciureus. Simia sciurea Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Hermann Jakob Tyroff after an illustration by Joseph Karell from Johann Christian Daniel

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Common squirrel monkey, Saimiri sciureus (Siamiri, Callithrix sciureus)

Common squirrel monkey, Saimiri sciureus (Siamiri, Callithrix sciureus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H
FLO4987982 Common squirrel monkey, Saimiri sciureus (Siamiri, Callithrix sciureus). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Sir William Jardine's

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Common Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus ssp. macrodon) in tree, Peru, captive

Common Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus ssp. macrodon) in tree, Peru, captive

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Two Common squirrel monkeys (Saimiri sciureus) amongst vegetation, Yasuni National Park

Two Common squirrel monkeys (Saimiri sciureus) amongst vegetation, Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Common squirrel monkey {Saimiri sciureus} Manaus, Brazil

Common squirrel monkey {Saimiri sciureus} Manaus, Brazil

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus) in the green forest of Costa Rica

Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus) in the green forest of Costa Rica
Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Adult common squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), in the Pacaya-Samiria Nature Reserve

Adult common squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), in the Pacaya-Samiria Nature Reserve, Loreto, Peru, South America

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Mother common squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus) with infant in the trees on the Nauta Cao

Mother common squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus) with infant in the trees on the Nauta Cao, Loreto, Peru, South America

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Common Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus), CAPTIVE pet, Coca Town, Amazon Rainforest, ECUADOR

Common Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus), CAPTIVE pet, Coca Town, Amazon Rainforest, ECUADOR. South America

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Central American Squirrel Monkey -Saimiri oerstedii-, Sierpe, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Central American Squirrel Monkey -Saimiri oerstedii-, Sierpe, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, Central America

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: South America, Peru, Manu National Park, Rainforest. Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus)

South America, Peru, Manu National Park, Rainforest. Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus)

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Squirrel monkey with tail coiled around body

Squirrel monkey with tail coiled around body

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sp. ) clinging to branch and looking down, head turned to side, front view

Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sp. ) clinging to branch and looking down, head turned to side, front view
Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sp.) clinging to branch and looking down, head turned to side, front view

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), close-up

Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), close-up

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), lying on wooden fence, close-up

Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus), lying on wooden fence, close-up

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Four Dusky Lories (Pseudeos fuscata) perched side by side on tree branch, front view

Four Dusky Lories (Pseudeos fuscata) perched side by side on tree branch, front view

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Squirrel monkey in a tree

Squirrel monkey in a tree
Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus) in a tree. This monkey is native to tropical South and Central America. It is exclusively arboreal, and very rarely descends to the ground

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Squirrel monkey picking fruit in a tree

Squirrel monkey picking fruit in a tree
Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus) picking fruit in a tree. This monkey is native to tropical South and Central America. It is exclusively arboreal, and very rarely descends to the ground

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: New World monkeys, 19th century C015 / 6091

New World monkeys, 19th century C015 / 6091
New World monkeys with archaic Latin names, 19th-century artwork. At upper left is a howler monkey (Alouatta sp.). At upper right is a coaita or spider monkey (Ateles sp.)

Background imageSaimiri Sciureus Collection: Squirrel monkey

Squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus). This monkey inhabits the humid forests of southern Central America. It is exclusively arboreal, and very rarely descends to the ground


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The Saimiri sciureus, commonly known as the Squirrel Monkey, is a fascinating primate species found in the Amazon state of Brazil and throughout South America. With its distinctive appearance and playful nature, this monkey captures the hearts of many. In Peru, a captive Common Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus ssp. Macrodon) perches gracefully on a tree branch, showcasing its agility and adaptability to various environments. Another image from Peru reveals two Common squirrel monkeys amidst lush vegetation in Yasuni National Park, highlighting their natural habitat. Traveling further into Brazil's Manaus region, we encounter a charming adult common squirrel monkey exploring San Francisco Village within the vast Amazon Basin. Its curious gaze reflects an innate curiosity about its surroundings. Venturing beyond borders to Costa Rica's green forest, we spot another Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus) blending seamlessly with its verdant surroundings. This sighting reminds us of their ability to camouflage themselves effortlessly among foliage. Heading back to Peru's Pacaya-Samiria Nature Reserve unveils an adult common squirrel monkey thriving in harmony with nature. The reserve serves as a sanctuary for these incredible creatures. A heartwarming sight awaits us in Nauta Cao where we witness a mother common squirrel monkey tenderly cradling her infant amongst the treetops. This nurturing bond exemplifies their strong family ties and social structure. Even captivity cannot diminish their charm; one such example can be found in Coca Town within Ecuador's Amazon Rainforest—a captive pet Common Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus) captivating visitors with its lively antics. Finally, at Yasuni National Park in Ecuador's Amazon Rainforest lies yet another enchanting scene—an untamed Common Squirrel Monkey (Saimiri sciureus), reminding us of their resilience even amidst changing landscapes.