<p>Leucism, a pigmentation disorder resulting in partial loss of coloration, is rare in neotropical primates. This manuscript presents the first report of a leucistic robust capuchin monkey (<i>Sapajus libidinosus</i>), observed at Ubajara National Park, Brazil. Our findings contribute to the sparse literature on leucism in New World monkeys, emphasizing the importance of long-term studies for monitoring such rare anomalies.</p>

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First observation of a leucistic bearded capuchin monkey (Sapajus libidinosus)

  • Tiago Falótico,
  • Tatiane Valença

摘要

Leucism, a pigmentation disorder resulting in partial loss of coloration, is rare in neotropical primates. This manuscript presents the first report of a leucistic robust capuchin monkey (Sapajus libidinosus), observed at Ubajara National Park, Brazil. Our findings contribute to the sparse literature on leucism in New World monkeys, emphasizing the importance of long-term studies for monitoring such rare anomalies.