DID YOU KNOW?

Common marmosets are one of the most widely used primates in medical research. Their use in science has led to significant success in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease.

Reaching between 12-15cm, the pygmy marmoset (Cebuella pygmaea) is the world’s smallest monkey.

Unusually for primates, common marmoset parenting is done by the father. In fact, expectant fathers will see an increase in reproductive hormones and gain weight as if preparing for the birth of their children which they will then carry with them for up to 10 weeks (with occasional help from the mother and other members of the group).