Coppery Titi Monkey
Plecturocebus cupreus
Here at Banham Zoo
Here at Banham Zoo, we are home to a family of Coppery Titi Monkeys, who can be found inside the Tropical House. Our most recent arrival was born in 2024 to Mum.
The Coppery Titi Monkey is a small primate native to the Amazon rainforests of Peru and Brazil. It has dense, reddish-brown fur, a long bushy tail, and a distinctive white patch around its mouth. These monkeys are arboreal, spending most of their time in secondary forests, riverbanks, and dense undergrowth.
Where Do I Live?
Peru, Brazil and Colombia
The coppery titi monkey is found in the rainforests of Peru, Brazil and Colombia, where they forage for food in the lower canopy.
What Do I Eat?
They mainly feed on fruit, but also eat leBird, flowers, seeds and insects. One of the most common fruits they eat is that from the Brosimum rubescens tree.
How Do I Breed?
After a pregnancy of around 4 months, the female gives birth to a single infant. Coppery titi monkeys mate for life and live in small family groups of parents and two or three young. The young spend the majority of their time with their father.
Together, we protect wildlife
Conservation status
Least Concern (LC)
Lowest risk of endangerment.
The coppery titi monkey is not classed as endangered as they are found in remote regions of the Amazon, away from current disturbance. However future forest clearance would pose a threat.
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Where is the
Coppery Titi Monkey
located?
Our
Coppery Titi Monkey
is located in our
Explorer Zone
, map reference
5
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What’s the best time to see the animals?
The best time to see our animals is often during feeding times or in the cooler parts of the day when they are most active. Check our daily timetable for keeper talks and feeding sessions for an up-close look! Our habitat signage also includes helpful hints and tips to make the most of your visit.
How do you ensure the animals' welfare?
Animal welfare is our top priority. We provide species-specific habitats, enrichment activities, and expert veterinary care to ensure all our animals thrive.
