Lemur Facts

The lemur is a lower primate or a Prosimian. The name lemur comes from the Latin word for “ghost”. The names suits them because of their ghostlike faces and nocturnal habits. Prosimians are relatives of apes and monkeys. Prosimians eat mostly insects but some will gather fruit, leaves, flowers, nectar and plant gums.

Lemurs are found on the island of Madagascar. There are a number of Lemur subspecies they include: Ring-Tailed Lemur, Brown Lemur, Black Lemur, Ruffed Lemur, Fat-Tailed Dwarf Lemur and Bamboo Lemur.

Most Lemurs are nocturnal tree dwellers. Lemurs have grasping fingers and toes and a long ringed tail. They have dog like snout and excellent sense of smell. Lemur communicates through scent glands.

Lemurs are very sociable and are found in groups of 5-25. The adult females lead the groups. Lemur babies cling to their mothers underside and later rides on her back.

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