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Planet Zoo 2 Golden Lion Tamarin
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Golden Lion Tamarin in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Golden Lion Tamarin requirements
| Continent | South America |
|---|---|
| Biome | Tropical |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 55 m², Climbable 15 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 15 m², Climbable 5 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 2 m² |
| Temperature | 18 to 33 °C |
| Group size | 2–8 |
| Barrier | Grade 1, at least 3 m high, climb-proof |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | Yes, not in the first Planet Zoo (all DLC included) |
| Content | Deluxe |
| Conservation status | Endangered |
At 55 m² of land, the Golden Lion Tamarin needs more land than 2% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Golden Lion Tamarin space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (8 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 55 m² | 15 m² | 160 m² |
| Climbable | 15 m² | 5 m² | 50 m² |
Shelter: 2 m² per animal.
Golden Lion Tamarin barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 1 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 3 m |
| Climb-proof | Yes, the barrier must stop climbing |
| Water barrier | Allowed: a water barrier at least 3 m wide and 1 m deep can replace a solid wall. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Golden Lion Tamarin species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (nose-to-rump length) | 0.27 m |
Setup checklist for a Golden Lion Tamarin habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Golden Lion Tamarin as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 55 m², Climbable 15 m², plus Land 15 m², Climbable 5 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 1 barrier at least 3 m high, climb-proof, or a water barrier 3 m wide and 1 m deep.
- Keep the temperature within 18 to 33 °C and theme the area as Tropical.
- Plan a group of 2 to 8 animals.
Animals that can live with the Golden Lion Tamarin
Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (Golden Lion Tamarin: 18 to 33 °C).
Thriving with (0)
The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.
Neutral with (2)
- Ring-Tailed Lemur (shared 18–33 °C)
- Toco Toucan (shared 18–33 °C)
A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared habitat still has to suit every species in it.
Compare with
Put the Golden Lion Tamarin next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Galápagos Giant Tortoise, Toco Toucan, African Leopard, Asian Elephant.
FAQ
How much space does a Golden Lion Tamarin need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 55 m², Climbable 15 m² for the Golden Lion Tamarin, plus Land 15 m², Climbable 5 m² for each additional animal, and 2 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Golden Lion Tamarin need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Golden Lion Tamarin needs a temperature of 18 to 33 °C and a group size of 2–8, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Golden Lion Tamarin in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists 2 compatible species for the Golden Lion Tamarin. Neutral: Ring-Tailed Lemur, Toco Toucan.