Sambirano Lesser Bamboo Lemur (Hapalemur occidentalis) — Vulnerable Mammalia

Sambirano Lesser Bamboo Lemur

Hapalemur occidentalis

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Primates · Lemuridae

About

The western lesser bamboo lemur, also known as the northern bamboo lemur, western gentle lemur, or Sambirano lesser bamboo lemur, is a species of bamboo lemur endemic to Madagascar.

Fun Fact

The total length of this primate is 55–67 cm (22–26 in), more than half of which is tail, and average weight is just under 1 kilogram (2.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Food includes fruit, liana flowers and bamboo.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Degradation
  • Overexploitation
  • Invasive Species
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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