# Successful Reintegration of a Golden‐Headed Lion Tamarin ( Leontopithecus chrysomelas ) Sheds Light on Management of This Endangered Species—Case Report

## TL;DR

A rescued golden-headed lion tamarin was successfully reintegrated into its group, showing how field-captive collaboration can help endangered primates.

## Contribution

Demonstrates successful rehabilitation and reintroduction of a rescued endangered primate through coordinated field-captive efforts.

## Key findings

- A male golden-headed lion tamarin was successfully reintegrated into its native group after 49 days of care.
- Post-release monitoring showed the tamarin exhibited normal behavior, indicating successful rehabilitation.
- The case highlights the importance of coordinated management between field and captive environments for primate conservation.

## Abstract

A male
Leontopithecus chrysomelas
rescued after being found in a road in Bahia, Brazil, received clinical treatment and was successfully reintegrated into its native group after 49 days. Post‐release monitoring confirmed normal behavior, highlighting the importance of coordinated field–captive management for endangered primate rehabilitation.