
Mammal
Common Squirrel Monkey
The tiny big-brained monkey of the Amazon
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| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Squirrel Monkey Saimiri sciureus | 750 g | 70 cm | 24 km/h | 15 yrs | South America | Least Concern |
| Capuchin Monkey Cebus capucinus | 4 kg | 55 cm | 24 km/h | 25 yrs | North America, South America | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.