Ring Tailed Lemur

Lemur catta

Not Evaluated
Data Deficient
Least Concern
Near Threatened
Vulnerable
Endangered
Critically Endangered
Extinct in the Wild
Extinct

Ring Tailed Lemurs can be found in Southern and South West Madagascar. Numbers of the Ring Tailed Lemur have depleted dramatically in recent years with some studies suggesting that there are only 2000 – 2400 in the wild. The Ring Tailed Lemur has a number of distinctive markings including a bold, long black and white tail.

Native Range →	Madagascar
Natural Habitat →	Forests and rainforests
Diet →	Mostly fruit and vegetation but occasionally insects
Life Expectancy →	15-20 years in the wild. 20-30 years in zoos
Breeding →	1-2 young from a 4-5 month gestation period
Group Name →	Conspiracy
Active Hours →	During the day
Threats →	Loss of habitat, bush meat, illegal pet trade