Geoffroys woolly monkey, endangered

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Geoffroys woolly monkey, endangered

Geoffroys woolly monkey, Lagothrix cana cana (Gastrimargus olivaceus), endangered, and woolly monkey, Lagothrix lagotricha (Gastrimargus infumatus), vulnerable. Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinzs Illustrated Natural History of Animals, Zurich, 1827

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Brodtmann Cana Endangered Heinrich Karl Monkey Olivaceus Rudolf Schinz Vulnerable Woolly Geoffroys Lagothrix Lagotricha

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1. Title: "Geoffroy's Woolly Monkeys: A Vanishing Act in the Tropical Forests of South America" This lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, published in Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Animals in 1827, showcases two distinct species of woolly monkeys native to South America: the Geoffroy's woolly monkey (Lagothrix cana cana, also known as Gastrimargus olivaceus) and the common woolly monkey (Lagothrix lagotricha, also known as Gastrimargus infumatus). Both species are depicted in their natural habitat, surrounded by lush vegetation and exhibiting their distinctive woolly coats. The Geoffroy's woolly monkey, named after French naturalist Élie Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire, is an endangered primate, with populations estimated to be fewer than 10,000 individuals. They are native to the Atlantic Forests of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. The primary threats to their survival include habitat loss due to deforestation, fragmentation, and hunting for the bushmeat trade. The common woolly monkey, on the other hand, is classified as vulnerable, with a population of around 100,000 individuals. They inhabit the rainforests of Central and South America, from Honduras to Brazil. Although their population is larger than that of the Geoffroy's woolly monkey, they still face threats such as habitat loss, fragmentation, and hunting. These woolly monkeys are important contributors to their ecosystems, playing a role in seed dispersal and maintaining the balance of the forest. Their conservation is crucial for the preservation of biodiversity in the tropical forests of South and Central America. This beautiful lithograph serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting these fascinating primates and their habitats. It also highlights the need for continued research and conservation efforts to ensure their survival and the health of their ecosystems.

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