BIO WEB

Urban Coatis Have you ever stopped to think about the presence of coatis in our cities? Today, we'll explore this intriguing phenomenon and find out if these adorable mammals are friends or invaders in our urban centers. Stay with us until the end to unravel this mystery! Coatis, native mammals of the Americas, have surprised researchers with their remarkable adaptability in urban environments. Among these locations, the Tietê Ecological Park stands out, a green oasis amidst the urban hustle and bustle of São Paulo. Once considered exclusive inhabitants of tropical forests, coatis have been increasingly sighted in urban areas, challenging the boundaries imposed by human expansion. In Tietê Ecological Park, this adaptation is particularly striking. This vast park, located on the banks of the Tietê River, offers coatis a variety of essential resources for their survival. Among them, extensive forests, bodies of water, and dense vegetation areas stand out, providing shelter, food, and...

Capuchin Monkey - Sapajus Hello! Have you ever wondered how monkeys ended up in the urban areas of São Paulo? And what role do they play in this environment so different from their natural habitat? Get ready for a fascinating journey through the world of urban monkeys in São Paulo's capital! The Tietê State Park, located in the east zone of São Paulo, is home to a population of capuchin monkeys, one of the most adaptable species to urban environments. Originally from tropical forests, these primates found refuge in Tietê Park, where they can find food and shelter. Capuchin monkeys have developed impressive abilities to deal with the challenges of city life. They are known for their ability to feed on a variety of sources, from fruits found in park trees to leftovers left by visitors. They also demonstrate intelligent behaviors to avoid threats, such as learning to cross roads safely. Despite their adaptability, capuchin monkeys still face significant threats in the urban environmen...

Black-Tufted Marmoset ( Callithrix penicillata ) Hello! You will learn about some of the species of monkeys that live in urbanized cities, whether in urban parks and squares or forest reserves. Stay with us and learn all about urban monkeys! Do you think humans are the only primate species that live in urbanized cities? Depending on which country you live in, you might think so. But the answer can be completely opposite. If you live in India or Thailand, for example, the chance that you have already seen monkeys in urban areas is very high, since some cities in the country are known to harbor monkeys, which often annoy the local population, stealing food and human objects. Leaving Asia and going to South America, specifically Brazil, which is the country with the greatest diversity of species on the planet, we can also find urban monkeys, but in smaller numbers and with a less offensive behavior. Capuchin Monkey ( Sapajus sp. ) In the city of Manaus, located in the heart of the Amazon ...

  What types of wild mammals do you think live in large urban centers? We are all very used to seeing cats and dogs walking around the city. But they are not part of a truly wild fauna. They are domestic animals. Perhaps when you think about what kind of wild mammals live in cities, you might think of rats. These rodents are common inhabitants of urban centers and are one of the creatures most adapted to cities. In some places they can become pests and spreaders of diseases. It is estimated that in São Paulo City there are approximately 150 million rats living in the sewers of the largest metropolis in Latin America. This equates to 15 rodents per inhabitant. Callithrix penicillata In São Paulo City also live the largest rodents in the world: the capybara. They can be found in regions where there is water, as this element is fundamental to their lifestyle. In São Paulo they can be found near the Billings and Guarapiranga dams and in rivers such as the Pinheiros. These mammals are v...