Brazil’s National Symbol Is Disappearing in the Wild

The video introduces the Golden Lion Tamarin, a small primate native to Brazil, known for its silky reddish-gold coat and long mane. It discusses the tamarin's diet, which includes fruits, insects, and small invertebrates, and its habitat in Brazil's southeastern coastal forests. The video highlights the species' near extinction in the 1970s due to the pet trade and habitat loss, and the subsequent conservation efforts that have helped increase their population. The Golden Lion Tamarin is now a national symbol of Brazil, even appearing on the country's currency.

What is a distinctive feature of the Golden Lion Tamarin?

• Its large size

• Its short tail

• Its silky reddish-gold coat

• Its blue eyes

What do Golden Lion Tamarins primarily eat?

• Leaves and grass

• Seeds and nuts

• Fish and amphibians

• Fruits, insects, and small invertebrates

Where do Golden Lion Tamarins spend most of their lives?

• In underground burrows

• In the trees of Brazil's southeastern coastal forests

• In open savannas

• In urban areas

What was a major cause of the Golden Lion Tamarin's population decline in the 1970s?

• Predation by larger animals

• Collection for the pet trade and habitat loss

• Lack of food resources

• Climate change

How has the Golden Lion Tamarin been recognized in Brazil?

• As a common household pet

• As a national symbol, appearing on currency

• As a symbol of wealth

• As a national pest