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callicebus

Definition: Callicebus is a genus of New World monkeys belonging to the family Pitheciidae. They are known for their distinctive fur and prehensile tails, and are commonly referred to as titi monkeys or bearded sakis.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun (singular):

   - A small arboreal monkey found in South America.

   Example sentences:

   • The callicebus is well-adapted for life in the rainforest.
   • I spotted a beautiful callicebus swinging from tree to tree.

2. Noun (plural):

   - A group or collection of callicebus monkeys.

   Example sentences:

   • We observed a lively troop of callicebus in the wild.
   • The researchers documented the behavior of several callicebus.

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