Caquetá titi monkey
Plecturocebus caquetensis
Population: Unknown
About This Species
The Caquetá titi monkey (Plecturocebus caquetensis), also known as the red-bearded titi or the bushy-bearded titi, is a species of titi monkey endemic to Colombia found in the Department of Caquetá region. Taxonomically, it is a member of the "Callicebus cupreus group" (now Plecturocebus cupreus), following Shunsuke Kobayashi's Callicebus grouping. It was first described by Thomas Defler, Marta Bueno and Javier Garcia in 2010.
Conservation Information
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Why This Species Matters
Caquetá titi monkey plays a vital role in maintaining the balance of its ecosystem. As a cr species, its survival is critical for biodiversity. Every species lost creates ripples through the food web, affecting countless other organisms and undermining the health of our planet. Supporting conservation efforts for Caquetá titi monkey means protecting entire ecosystems. You can help by supporting organizations working to protect critical habitats, reducing your environmental footprint, and spreading awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation.