Definitions for squirrel monkey
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1. squirrel monkey, Saimiri sciureusnoun

   small long-tailed monkey of Central American and South America with greenish fur and black muzzle

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1. squirrel monkeynoun

   any of several small New World monkeys, of the genus Saimiri, that live in Central and South America

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1. Squirrel monkey

   Squirrel monkeys are New World monkeys of the genus Saimiri. Saimiri is the only genus in the subfamily Saimirinae. The name of the genus is of Tupi origin (sai-mirím or çai-mbirín, with sai meaning 'monkey' and mirím meaning 'small') and was also used as an English name by early researchers.Squirrel monkeys live in the tropical forests of Central and South America in the canopy layer. Most species have parapatric or allopatric ranges in the Amazon, while S. oerstedii is found disjunctly in Costa Rica and Panama. There are two main groups of squirrel monkeys recognized. They are differentiated based on the shape of the white coloration above the eyes. In total there are 5 recognized species. Squirrel monkeys have short and close fur colored black at the shoulders, yellow or orange fur along the back and extremities, and white on the face.Squirrel monkeys have determined breeding seasons which involve large fluctuations in hormones and there is evidence of sexual dimorphism in males.Squirrel monkeys can only sweat through the palms of their hands and feet. This can have the effect of making their hands and feet feel damp to the touch. Squirrel monkeys must make use of other thermoregulation techniques such as behavioral changes and urine washing. These monkeys live in habitats of high temperatures and high humidity, making it essential for them to maintain proper osmoregulation if conditions pass certain thresholds. Color vision studies have also been performed on squirrel monkeys for the purpose of better understanding vision ailments in humans.The common squirrel monkey is commonly captured for the pet trade and for medical research, but it is not threatened. Two squirrel monkey species are endangered: the Central American squirrel monkey and the black squirrel monkey are listed as vulnerable by the IUCN.

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1. squirrel monkey

   A squirrel monkey is a small, agile and lively primate, scientifically known as Saimiri, predominantly found in Central and South America. Known for their short, soft fur, typically olive or greyish in color, these monkeys have a white face with a dark mouth and large eyes. Squirrel monkeys are primarily arboreal and are omnivorous, feeding on insects, fruits, leaves, and other small animals. They are known for their social behavior, usually living in large groups.

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1. Squirrel monkey

   The squirrel monkeys are the New World monkeys of the genus Saimiri. They are the only genus in the subfamily Saimirinae. The name of the genus Saimiri is of Tupi origin, and was also used as an English name by early researchers. Squirrel monkeys live in the tropical forests of Central and South America in the canopy layer. Most species have parapatric or allopatric ranges in the Amazon, while S. oerstedii is found disjunctly in Costa Rica and Panama. The common squirrel monkey is captured for the pet trade and for medical research but it is not threatened. Two squirrel monkey species are threatened: the Central American squirrel monkey and the black squirrel monkey are listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of squirrel monkey in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of squirrel monkey in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of squirrel monkey in a Sentence

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   The individual targeted facilities of smaller primates and specifically compromised the Squirrel Monkey exhibit.

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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