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Adelmar Faria Coimbra-Filho (June 4, 1924 – June 27, 2016) was a Brazilian biologist and primatologist. He is a pioneer[peacock prose] in studies of and conservation of lion tamarins. He is founder and Former Director of the Rio de Janeiro Primate Centre. Coimbra Filho's titi is named after him.[1][2]
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Adelmar Faria Coimbra-Filho | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 4, 1924 Fortaleza, Brazil |
| Died | June 27, 2016 (age 92) |
| Known for | Pioneer in studies and conservation of lion tamarins |
| Awards | Augusto Ruschi Award from the Brazilian Academy of Sciences |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Biology, Primatology |
Coimbra-Filho was born in Fortaleza. He began his career in 1947. He rediscovered the black lion tamarin, and assisted in conservation of the golden lion tamarin through a zoo-based breeding program in collaboration with Devra G. Kleiman.[3]
His awards and honors include the Augusto Ruschi Award from the Brazilian Academy of Sciences.
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