What monkeys live in Bolivia?

Bolivian gray titi monkeys are small primates with thick, fluffy fur and a tail that can reach up to 19 inches in length. As their name implies, their fur is often gray, although their belly and chest are often organish-brown.

Why are titi monkeys endangered?

The San Martin titi monkey is one of the 25 most endangered primate species in the world and is classed as the rarest primate in Peru. This critically endangered species is only found in Peru and is threatened with extinction as a result of extensive deforestation, being hunted for food and trapped for the pet trade.

How many titi monkey are left in the world?

It is unknown how many red titi monkeys are left in the wild. There are around 90 red titi monkeys living in zoos around the world.

Are there monkeys in Bolivia?

The Bolivian red howler (Alouatta sara) is a species of howler monkey, a type of New World monkey, endemic to Bolivia. It can be found in rain forests, including riverine and seasonally flooded forests.

How many species of birds are found in Madidi?

Perhaps most staggeringly, around 1,200 species of bird – over a tenth of all worldwide bird species – can be found in Madidi. Botanists and zoologists flock to the park in the hopes of spotting just a few of these species, and expeditions have uncovered new species found nowhere else, like the Madidi titi monkey.

How many animals are in Madidi National Park?

Madidi National Park is teeming with life, from the adorable to the lethal. It’s home to around 270 types of mammal, almost 500 different fish, over 200 species of amphibian and about the same number of reptiles. Insects are harder to count, but it’s currently estimated that some 120,000 species flit and crawl their way through the forest.

What kind of climate does Madidi National Park have?

Not all of Madidi is covered by a canopy; the huge area designated as a national park reaches from the icy slopes of the Andes to the lush rainforest, with climates ranging from cold and temperate to tropical.

Are there any dangers in Madidi National Park?

With its neighbouring reserves and parks, it’s part of one of the world’s largest protected areas. However, with diversity comes danger; during his three-week ordeal Ghinsberg encountered countless threats, from fire ants to a prowling jaguar. Madidi National Park is teeming with life, from the adorable to the lethal.