What is another word for saimiri?
Pronunciation: [se͡ɪmˈi͡əɹi] (IPA) 
Saimiri is a scientific name given to a genus of primates commonly known as squirrel monkeys. These small, agile monkeys mostly inhabit the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. Some of the synonyms for saimiri include the Bolivian squirrel monkey, Ecuadorian squirrel monkey, and Peruvian squirrel monkey. Saimiri also has a few other scientific names such as Callithrix sciureus and Pithecia niveiventris. These intelligent and social primates are known for their distinctive features such as large eyes, long tails, and pointed ears. They are also popular subjects of research in neuroscience, cognition, and psychology, thanks to their remarkable cognitive abilities.
