Spectacled Lesser Galago
Galago matschiei
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Primates · Galagidae
About
The dusky bushbaby is a species of primate in the family Galagidae. It is also known as Matschie's galago, in honour of the German zoologist Paul Matschie, curator of mammals at the Museum für Naturkunde in Berlin. Native to tropical Central Africa, it is found in forests in Burundi, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. The species is small with a long tail, and has an arboreal, nocturnal and omnivorous lifestyle.
Fun Fact
It is also known as Matschie's galago, in honour of the German zoologist Paul Matschie, curator of mammals at the Museum für Naturkunde in Berlin.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in both primary and secondary forest in both lowland and lower montane habitats, especially in forests dominated by the Guinea plum (Parinari excelsa).
Diet
Diet includes beetles, moths and caterpillars as well as fruits, flowers and gums.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance