Meaning of the word "squirrel monkey" in English

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squirrel monkey

US /ˈskwɜːr.əl ˌmʌŋ.ki/

UK /ˈskwɜːr.əl ˌmʌŋ.ki/

a small, arboreal monkey of the genus Saimiri, native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, known for its large eyes and long tail

Example:

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The squirrel monkey quickly scampered up the tree.

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We observed a family of squirrel monkeys foraging for food.

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