First observation of a leucistic bearded capuchin monkey (Sapajus libidinosus).

Abstract

Leucism, a pigmentation disorder resulting in partial loss of coloration, is rare in neotropical primates. This manuscript presents the first report of a leucistic robust capuchin monkey (Sapajus libidinosus), observed at Ubajara National Park, Brazil. Our findings contribute to the sparse literature on leucism in New World monkeys, emphasizing the importance of long-term studies for monitoring such rare anomalies.