Red Ruffed Lemur
Varecia rubra
Adult red ruffed lemurs inhabit the rainforests of northeastern Madagascar, spending most of their time high in the canopy. They travel by climbing and powerful leaps, feeding chiefly on fruit as well as nectar, flowers, and leaves. A bold ruff of fur frames the face, while the long tail aids balance rather than gripping branches. Their far-carrying calls can communicate across dense forest.
- Type
- Swift
- Conservation status
- CR
Growth chain
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- Red Ruffed Lemur