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. 2019 Jan 30;39(5):918–928. doi: 10.1523/JNEUROSCI.0353-18.2018

Table 1.

Marmoset behavioral ethogram

Behavior Definition
Agitated locomotion Rapidly moving between locations with an exaggerated gait; tail extended or arched
Inactive alert Stationary behavior involving continuous head movements while scanning environment
Scentmark Rubbing sternal (tummy) or anogenital area (more commonly) over surface/substrate
Piloerection Puffing of the body hair
Calm locomotion Movement between locations with relaxed gait
Inactive rest Stationary behavior with relaxed facial expression and minimal scanning; tail can be curled under body, and eyes may be closed