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| Lemuridae ~ Lacalaotra Bamboo Lemur | |||||||
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| Topic Started: Nov 10 2014, 04:18 AM (818 Views) | |||||||
| Robbie | Nov 10 2014, 04:18 AM Post #1 | ||||||
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Lac Alaotra bamboo lemur ~ Hapalemur alaotrensis General Information Class: Mammalia Order: Primates Family: Lemuridae Genus: Hapalemur Species: H. alaotrensis Location and Habitat:It is endemic to the reed beds in and around Lac Alaotra, in northeast Madagascar. This lemur is the only primate specifically adapted to living in papyrus reeds Conservation Status ![]() Sizes
In Zoos Type of Exhibit: The exhibit should be quite large and include many wetland plants, and should overall be a small swamp, with lots of dense spots of foliage with many open one's. Temperament: lemurs are quite shy animals, they will tend to stay up high in foliage, but can sometimes be very inquisitive and As with all lemurs, but unlike other primates, female gentle lemurs are dominant. Groups are highly territorial and adult males behave aggressively when they encounter one another. Diet: Unline other bamboo lemurs this one feeds on the stems of papyrus reeds and shoots of the grass. Social Needs: These lemurs are very sociable animals, usually found in groups of upto 5-7. Reproduction: Not much is known about the reproduction of these lemurs, Breeding is annual and pregnancy lasts for about 5 months. Young are born with open eyes and covered in fur from September through February and twins are common. Young are born from September through February and twins are common Extra Information:
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Edited by Furka, Nov 10 2014, 05:36 AM.
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