Other Primate Species 
Utilization 
Numerous other kinds of primates are used in biomedical research, the 
most important being patas monkeys (Erythrocebus patas ), spider monkeys 
(Ateles spp.)> capuchins (Cebus spp.)> tree shrews (Tupaia spp.)> and 
bushbabies (Galago spp.)* Each of these species is used in relatively 
small numbers for special purposes in a wide variety of institutions. 
To date, none of the species has been identified by the biomedical 
community as having the same degree of importance as the previously 
discussed species. 
Foreign Sources 
The New World species (spider monkeys and capuchins) are difficult to 
obtain commercially; the other named species are currently obtainable in 
the numbers desired. The availability of species not discussed here 
varies according to the species in question. A general statement can, 
however, be offered: The Convention on International Trade in Endangered 
Species has specified that all primate trade should be controlled since 
continued availability of nonhuman primates in general is by no means 
certain and for some species is most likely extremely limited. 
Production in United States 
Any domestic breeding of these animals is done on a very small scale to 
fulfill special needs by individual institutions. The level of requirements 
for these animals has not been sufficient to support general-purpose 
production. 
Recommendations 
Since the "availability of these animals in the future is, at best, 
uncertian, sponsors are urged to evaluate their long-term needs and 
develop domestic production colonies where indicated. The IPSC should 
keep abreast of this activity and continually reassess national requirements 
for these primates to determine if general-purpose production is necessary. 
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