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Lemur (Coquerel’s Dwarf)

Mirza coquereli

Range

They are found on Madagascar.

Habitat

They live in the forest.

Body Traits

They are the smallest of the lemurs. They reach only about 5–11 inches long (12–27 cm) and weigh a pound or less (30–460 g). They have big eyes and pointed little noses. The nose, fingers and toes can be pink.

Habits

They are active at night (nocturnal).

Diet

They eat insects, fruit, leaves and flowers.

Predators

They are killed by snakes eagles, fossa and man.

Reproduction

Females are pregnant 3-4 months (gestation). They have 2-3 babies in a safe nest.

Lifespan and/or Conservation Status

Unknown lifespan. They are listed as a “vulnerable” species.

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Subphylum: Vertebrata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Primates
Suborder: Strepsirrhini
Family: Cheirogaleidae
Genus: Mirza
Species: Mirza coquereli

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