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Ring-tailed Lemur
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Ring-tailed Lemur

Lemur catta

A social primate from Madagascar recognized by its long black-and-white striped tail.

Category Mammal
Habitat Forest
Diet Omnivore
Lifespan 16–19 years in the wild; over 25 years in captivity
Size Body length 39–46 cm; tail 56–63 cm; weight 2.2–3.5 kg
Scientific Name Lemur catta

About Ring-tailed Lemur

A social primate from Madagascar recognized by its long black-and-white striped tail.

It belongs to the Mammal group and is commonly associated with forest habitats with a omnivore diet, with a lifespan of 16–19 years in the wild; over 25 years in captivity, a size of Body length 39–46 cm; tail 56–63 cm; weight 2.2–3.5 kg, a conservation status of Endangered.

Fun Fact

Ring-tailed lemurs use scent marking and sunbathe with their arms spread wide.

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Berenty Reserve , Madagascar Andringitra National Park , Madagascar