The black-tufted-ear marmoset is a small monkey recognized by black ear tufts and a white forehead. It is native to southeastern Brazil.
It has white fur on the forehead and black tufts on the ears. Its coat is dark brown to black, with stripes on the back and tail.
It eats insects, fruit, tree sap and resin. The father and older siblings also take part in caring for the young.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.