Although exotic pets are fascinating companions at home, owners always need to keep in mind that their behavior in the wild differs inside your home. One such exotic pet is the common marmoset, a New World monkey with similar body structure and ecology to other species of marmosets. 

With an average lifespan of 12 years in the wild, common marmosets are normally found in countries like Brazil and Argentina, with species that breed in various forest types which include coastal and dry forests. The marmoset is also recognized for its white ears and long tail, with coats that vary from grey to yellow or brown colors, and paler facial skin that gradually darkens. Body lengths of both males and females are also relatively the same, with 188 mm as the average height for males and 185 mm for females.

When looking for marmoset monkeys for sale, it’s important for the animal shelter or breeder to be certified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Accredited sanctuaries like Poggi’s Animal House assure potential owners of a safe and healthy environment for exotic pets, with experienced staff who will teach you how to properly tend for the marmoset’s special requirements. Furthermore, duly-regulated spaces also cover accessories and cages for the primate’s needs.

In a habitat surrounded by trees, the bodies of common marmosets are designed specifically for an arboreal way of life, with sharp teeth and incisors for feeding on exudates or tree excretions and clinging to trunks. Among tree-adapted mammals, common marmosets are the group that consume various kinds of exudates the most, using a system developed by their kind. It involves utilizing their incisors to wound the bark of a tree then chew on it to enable a stable flow of exudation, which comprises 20-70% of their overall diet.

Raising baby monkeys requires the owner to provide the same amount of attention and stimulation that the monkeys’ parents will give their young in the wild. Common marmosets have to be fed with a rotating diet and sleeping shelters surrounded by towels and pillows situated far up the ground. Local animal-control officers will inspect your place to see if you have the amenities fit for this particular wild pet. You can also get advice from sanctuaries like Poggi’s so they can help ensure that you meet those requirements.

Sources:

Caring for Marmosets & Tamarins. Exoticpetvet.net

Common marmoset: Callithrix jacchus. Pin.primate.wisc.edu