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Aug 12, 2010 · We analyzed 18 Aotus specimens belonging to eight Aotus taxa and two Saimiri sciureus (Table 1). Figure 1 shows the geographic distribution of Aotus species and sites of collection.
- Albert N Menezes, Cibele R Bonvicino, Hector N Seuánez
- 2010
This taxonomy is based on both morphological characteristics and genetic data. Species include Aotus nigriceps (black-headed night monkey), Aotus nancymaae (Nancy Ma's night monkey), and several others, each adapted to specific regions and ecological conditions.
Jan 31, 2012 · Owl monkeys Aotus spp have the potential to be a great model to accomplish a thorough integration of zoo and field research. Their most salient features are their nocturnal habits, monogamous social ...
Sep 14, 2023 · In this chapter, we synthesize data from anatomy, neuroscience, psychophysics, genetics, and behavioral ecology to review the key adaptations of the owl monkey visual system for dim light vision. First, we review Aotus evolutionary history and highlight the dramatic variation available in light environments at night.
Sep 14, 2023 · Aotus spp. serves as a remarkable nonhuman primate model, and researchers are particularly well-suited to integrate data from captivity and the field, due in great part to the extensive and well-habituated populations of owl monkeys at the DuMond Conservancy, OMBRR, and the Owl Monkey Project.
Mar 13, 2024 · What is an owl monkey and where do they live? The owl monkeys are a group of 10 species in the genus Aotus, split into two groups. Previously the genus just contained one species with several...
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The genus Aotus is the second most widely distributed New World monkey genus, with howler monkeys being more widely distributed. ( Cawthon Lang and Fernandez-Duque, 2005 ; Martin, 2004 ; Nowak, 1991 )
