Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Mammal
- Order
- Primates
- Family
- Pitheciidae
- Genus
- Callicebus
Habitat
This species primarily inhabits tropical rainforests in Colombia, especially in the Amazon basin. They prefer dense undergrowth and riverine forests, staying in areas with thick vegetation for cover and food sources.
Diet
Their diet mainly consists of fruits, supplemented by insects, leaves, and seeds. They forage during the day in the middle canopy of trees, using their dexterous hands to pluck food items.
Behavior
Columbian black-tailed titis live in monogamous pairs or small family groups, defending territories with vocal calls and duetting songs. They are diurnal and arboreal, spending most of their time in trees and communicating through soft whistles. These monkeys are territorial and exhibit strong pair bonds, with males often carrying infants.
Conservation Status
The IUCN lists the Columbian black-tailed titi as Vulnerable due to habitat loss from deforestation and agriculture. Population trends are decreasing, with major threats including fragmentation of rainforest habitats.