golden lion tamarin

"A look at the plight of the golden lion tamarin for children."--Provided by publisher.

"A look at the plight of the golden lion tamarin for children."--Provided by publisher.

Text and photographs portray the feeding habits of golden lion tamarins at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C.

Text and photographs follow the golden lion tamarins from their birth at the National Zoo to the rain forest of Brazil showing how the monkeys become "introduced".

The small golden lion tamarin is known for its brownish-red mane, long tail, and territorial nature. Readers will learn about these creatures and how destruction of their coastal forest habitat almost led to their extinction. Find out how zoos and conservationists have collaborated to save the golden lion tamarin.