Eulemur macaco Facts
Eulemur macaco
The black lemur (Eulemur macaco) is a species of lemur from the family Lemuridae. Like all lemurs, it is endemic to Madagascar.
- Diet
- The ripeness of this fruit is vital to the lemur's diet.
- Lifespan
- Up to 37.5 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Eulemur macaco Facts at a Glance
The black lemur (Eulemur macaco) is a species of lemur from the family Lemuridae. Like all lemurs, it is endemic to Madagascar.
It belongs to the family Lemuridae in the order Primates. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.
What Do Eulemur macacos Eat?
Eulemur macacos have a herbivore diet that includes The ripeness of this fruit is vital to the lemur's diet.. The food available in their environment shapes how they find, hunt, forage for, or receive meals.
Eulemur macaco Conservation Status
Eulemur macaco is listed here as Endangered. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Lifespan
- Up to 37.5 years (maximum recorded longevity)
- Weight
- 2,040 g
Fun facts
- It forages in both the upper and middle canopy, especially at night, and during the day it also forages in the understory.
- It is active both during the day and at night.
- The black lemur lives in both primary and secondary forest.
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