Project: Behavioral thermoregulation of lion tamarins in captivity

 

Abstract: Many organisms have evolved behavioral responses to mitigate the costs of processes needed to maintain optimal body temperature. Many mammals, including primates, also increase or conserve heat through postural changes, which includes hunched and curled positions, huddling, and sun basking. The study aims to examine whether there are behavioral differences in thermoregulation between black lion tamarin (Leontopithecus chrysopygus), golden lion tamarin (Leontopithecus rosalia) golden-headed lion tamarin (Leontopithecus chrysomelas), since they present different colorations of fur what could influence the process.

 

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