Finger monkeys for sale

Finger monkey is the everyday name for the pygmy marmoset, the smallest monkey in the world. A grown one fits in the palm of your hand and weighs around four ounces. The name comes from how a baby will wrap itself around a single finger.

They are tiny, but they are not simple pets. Pygmy marmosets eat tree gum and insects, need warmth, and do best in pairs. We raise every one by hand and walk each family through the feeding and care before they take one home.

2 available now

Available

Twiggy

$1,300

Pygmy Marmoset

Female · 12 weeks old · Hand-raised

Twiggy is the smallest monkey we have. She fits in the palm of a hand and weighs less than a bar of soap. Pygmy marmosets are what people mean by finger monkeys: tiny, quick, and busy all day. She is fully weaned onto gum, fruit and insects, and she has the boldest character here in the smallest body.

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Available

Willow

$1,300

Common Marmoset (finger monkey)

Female · 3 months old · Hand-raised

Willow is Pip's sister and the gentler of the pair. She watches a new room carefully before she commits to it, then explores every inch of it. She loves mealworm treats, warm blankets, and being carried in a chest pouch while the household goes about its day. Marmosets thrive in company, so we would happily discuss a discount if she goes home with her brother.

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Finger monkeys at a glance

Lifespan: 12 to 15 years, sometimes longer
Adult weight: About 3.5 to 4.5 oz
Adult size: Body about 5 in, tail about 7 in
Diet: Tree gum and sap, insects, some fruit
Best for: Experienced keepers ready for specialist care

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Common questions about finger monkeys

What is a finger monkey?

It is the common name for the pygmy marmoset. Some people also use it loosely for any very small marmoset. If a listing matters to you, the species line on each monkey's page tells you exactly what it is.

How big do finger monkeys get?

Adults reach about five inches in the body, with a tail a little longer than that, and weigh roughly four ounces.

Are finger monkeys hard to care for?

Harder than their size suggests. They need a gum-based diet, supplements, warmth and company. We send every family home with written care notes and stay on the phone afterwards.

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