Peruvian Red Uakaris (<Emphasis Type="Italic">Cacajao calvus ucayalii</Emphasis>) Are Not Flooded-Forest Specialists |
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Authors: | Eckhard W Heymann Rolando Aquino |
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Institution: | 1.Abteilung Verhaltens?kologie & Soziobiologie,Deutsches Primatenzentrum,G?ttingen,Germany;2.Facultad de Ciencias Biológicas,Universidad Nacional Mayor San Marcos,Lima,Perú |
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Abstract: | In the literature, particularly in primatological books, the Peruvian red uakari (Cacajao calvus ucayalii) is generally considered as a species that is specialized on living in flooded forest, despite existing evidence to the contrary.
Here we review all available information on habitats where Cacajao calvus ucayalii have been observed. Most sightings are from terra firme, including palm swamps, or from mixed habitats, including terra firme
and flooded forest. Therefore, we conclude that the species is not a flooded-forest specialist, but is flexible in its habitat
requirements and generally uses terra firme forests or a mixture of habitats. Proper recognition of habitat requirements is
important for understanding the ecoethological adaptations of a species and for appropriate conservation measures. |
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