That abortion occurs in wild animals has been shown with fecal steroid determination in the study by Campbell et al. (2001).
16) Physiological data
We know no relevant studies.
17) Other resources
Cell strains of many spider monkeys (poorly identified by proper origin, I believe) are available from CRES at the San Diego Zoo.
18) Other relevant features and need for future studies
Too little is yet known about the species or subspecies designations. They need clarification. Hybrids should have chromosomal and meiotic studies. Cord length is to be better defined and the unusual presence of so large an allantoic sac needs verification and extension to related species.
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