Best Months to Spot
Most sightings recorded in Jan, Feb, Mar. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.
Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces a high risk of extinction in the wild.
The Central American white-faced capuchin faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion, as well as hunting for the pet trade. While specific large-scale recovery programs are limited, conservation efforts often focus on protecting remaining forest habitats which benefits many species. Responsible safari tourism helps by providing economic incentives for local communities to protect wildlife and their habitats, as well as raising awareness about the importance of these animals.
The Panamanian white-faced capuchin, also known as the Panamanian white-headed capuchin or Central American white-faced capuchin, is a medium-sized New World monkey of the family Cebidae, subfamily Cebinae. Native to the forests of Central America, the white-faced capuchin is important to rainforest ecology for its role in dispersing seeds and pollen.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Central American White-faced Capuchin. Sightings recorded in 75 safari areas total.
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