Weasel Sportive Lemur

Lepilemur mustelinus

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Primates · Lepilemuridae

About

The weasel sportive lemur, also known as the greater sportive lemur, weasel lemur, or greater weasel lemur, is a species of lemur endemic to Madagascar. Like all members of its genus, it is nocturnal and largely folivorous. Described by Isidore Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire in 1851, it is the type species of genus Lepilemur. It is threatened by habitat loss, climate change and hunting.

Fun Fact

Like all members of its genus, it is nocturnal and largely folivorous.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits montane and lowland rainforests in eastern Madagascar, from south of the Nosivolo and Mangoro rivers, north to at least the Maningory River.

Diet

Feeds on leaves.

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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