LC Omnivore Rainforests
0.5–1 kg
Weight
Up to 20 yrs
Lifespan
30 km/h
Top Speed
Central and South America
Found In
At just 0.5–1 kg, the Squirrel Monkey is one of the lightest omnivore mammals (#31 of 33). Found in Central and South America, it inhabits rainforests habitats.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Squirrel Monkey | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.8 kg | 12 kg | ↓ 94% |
| Height | 30 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 30 km/h | 35 km/h | ↓ 14% |
| Avg Speed | 30 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 20 yrs | 17.5 yrs | ↑ 14% |
Endemic to Central and South America
Habitat: Rainforests
Found In: Central and South America
Coloration: Yellowish-Orange, Black
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Group-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 15–20 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: Up to 20 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #61 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | Potoo | 0.2–1 kg | LC |
| 60 | Red-Eyed Tree Frog | Up to 0.1 g | LC |
| 61 | Squirrel Monkey | 0.5–1 kg | LC |
| 62 | Star-Nosed Mole | Up to 60 g | LC |
| 63 | Thorny Devil | Up to 85 g | LC |
| 64 | Toco Toucan | 540–700 g | LC |