About Pithecia milleri Allen, 1914
Common and Scientific Names
Miller's saki, with the scientific name Pithecia milleri Allen 1914, is also called Miller's monk saki. It is a species of saki monkey, which is a type of New World monkey.
Geographic Distribution
Its distribution covers parts of southwestern Colombia and northeastern Ecuador, and it may also live in adjacent areas of Peru.
Initial Taxonomic Description
J. A. Allen originally described this population as a full species. In 1987, it was reclassified as a subspecies of the monk saki, Pithecia monachus. It was restored to full species status in 2014.
Taxonomic Confusion Cause
Taxonomic confusion around saki monkeys has stemmed partially from museum specimens that have incorrect or unclear labels.
Sexual Dimorphism Overview
Like other saki monkey species, male and female Miller's sakis have differently colored fur.
Female Pelage
Females are generally more grayish across the body and on the face.
Male Pelage
Males are darker, with a grizzled black coat, but have brown fur on the face and forearms.
