Gray Slender Loris

Loris lydekkerianus

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Primates · Lorisidae

About

The gray slender loris is a species of primate in the family Loridae. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and inhabits subtropical and tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

Slender lorises are among the few venomous primates — they lick venom from brachial glands on their arms and mix it with saliva, delivering a toxic bite that can cause anaphylactic shock.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in acacia and tamarind dominated forests or scrubs near cultivations.

Diet

Eat insects but do occasionally eat fruits, flowers, and small animals like mice and geckos when given the opportunity.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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