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…showed last 75 words of 1564 total…Tamarin species are either threatened or endangered due to deforestation. These small primates are very vulnerable to habitat destruction due to their limited and specialised diets. Populations were drastically decimated during the 1970's when thousands were being exported legally for biomedical research, as well as pets and zoo exhibits. Today, thankfully, actions are being taken to preserve their natural habitat and increase their populations. Currently, only Bolivia, Panama, and French Guinea still permit their export.