Adrian Binney, EPSA, LRPS
October 2026 - Marmoset Licking Food in Rio
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About the Image(s)
Keeping with a monkey theme for now, this is a Common Marmoset resident in North-Eastern Brazil. We spent a few days in February in Rio and went to the huge Botanical Gardens in search of wildlife - we were not disappointed. If added to Bird Group 91 this month Toucans also seen there.
There were a few of these chaps playing around (difficult to photograph) then they settled down in one ares feeding.
Settings - Taken a FF 800mm at 1/2,000 f6.3 ISO12,800 (I could have dropped my speed, but they darted about quickly). PP in Topaz for de-noise/sharpening and selectively in Lightroom.
I have added an extra image - a baby Black Tufted Marmoset also taken in the gardens (there were a few youngsters).
5 comments posted
Adrian, This is a variety of monkey that I have never seen. It looks very busy eating what looks like young dates. The tongue out adds interest to the image. It is sharp. Posted: 10/03/2026 20:20:21
Really great Adrian! The eyes, the hands, and the tongue are all just fantastic. What a treat to see this creature! Posted: 10/05/2026 12:55:39
Adrian, what a great expression the marmoset has! Nice capture, and so interesting. The crop is on point, pulling it to center instead of towards the right side. Thank you for sharing! Posted: 10/07/2026 23:01:29
Adrian, what a joyful capture of a fun moment! I love the facial expression on this adorable creature; the tongue sticking out and the eyes looking at the food with great intensity, like nothing can come in between its meal and its long pink tongue. Posted: 10/08/2026 18:58:21
Hi Adrian, nice capture with beautiful detail of the tongue enjoying the fruit! You've framed the subject really well, and the crop works perfectly to avoid the distracting highlights in the background. Great shot! Posted: 10/23/2026 14:05:02