Hybrid Marmoset: Callithrix kuhli

A marmoset that is bred in a overlapping area of South America (southern Bahia) that consist of a whit tufted marmoset and a Penicillata marmoset will be a hybrid, a sub-species or a separate species (Callithrix kuhli).

The distinguishing features of the Hybrid Marmoset will be black and silver (black and white) ear tufts and a thicker hair. The markings will vary in the face and ears. The adult will be about one pound at maturity and reach a body size of 9-11 inches with a tail that will grow to 12-14".Their tail is not prehensile but is used for balance. The infant will wean at about eight weeks old and reaches puberty at approximately 6-8 months old. They will  reach sexual maturity at eighteen months old. The Marmoset can reproduce at 13-20 months old and has a gestation period of 150 days. They can have from one to four babies but will usually produce twins. Marmosets will generally breed twice a year. The marmoset will have a life span of approximately fifteen years in captivity.

 The diet of a wild  Marmoset consists of tree exudates (sap and gum), fruits and small bugs. In captivity we use a prepared Marmoset diet, fruits and Vegetables and Acacia gum. 

These are available year round and will have a waiting list of 4-6 weeks.

These babies sell for $2200. Please contact us for current availability, or if you would  like some information.

susan@monkeyneeds.com