When was the tamarin monkey first discovered?

Tamarin monkeys were first described scientifically in the 18th century, with the common marmoset (a type of tamarin) being noted in 1758 by Carl Linnaeus. However, various species of tamarins were discovered and classified throughout the 19th and 20th centuries as more research was conducted in South America, where these primates are native. Their recognition and understanding have evolved over time with advances in taxonomy and ecology.