Brazil, Southeastern BahiaAt just Up to 0.7 kg, the Golden Lion Tamarin is one of the lightest omnivore mammals (#32 of 33). Found in Brazil, Southeastern Bahia, it inhabits tropical rainforests habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Golden Lion Tamarin | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.7 kg | 12 kg | ↓ 94% |
| Height | 35 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 10.5 km/h | 35 km/h | ↓ 70% |
| Avg Speed | 10.5 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Golden Lion Tamarin inhabits tropical rainforests habitats. It can be found in Brazil, Southeastern Bahia.
Typical coloring: Golden, Reddish-brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Golden Lion Tamarin is a social groups species belonging to the Callitrichidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Golden Lion Tamarin is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 34 omnivore mammals, the Golden Lion Tamarin’s weight of Up to 0.7 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 12 kg.
Weight rank: #30 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Golden Lion Tamarin weigh?
A Golden Lion Tamarin typically weighs Up to 0.7 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 12 kg among omnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Golden Lion Tamarin?
The Golden Lion Tamarin is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Golden Lion Tamarin live?
The Golden Lion Tamarin is found in Brazil, Southeastern Bahia, in tropical rainforests habitats.
How does the Golden Lion Tamarin reproduce?
The Golden Lion Tamarin has a gestation period of 125–130 days and typically produces 1-3 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026