Ring-Tailed Lemur
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 – 2200 in the wild.
The Ring-Tailed Lemur has a number of distinct markings including a bold, long black and white tail after which they are named.
IUCN Listing: Endangered
A high risk of becoming extinct in the wild
Fact File
Native Range
Madagascar
Natural Habitat
Forests and rainforests
Diet
Mostly fruit and vegetation but occasionally insects
Life Expectancy
In the wild: 15 – 20 years
In zoos: 20 – 30 years
Breeding
Gestation period:
4 – 5 months. 1 – 2 young
Group Name
Conspiracy
Active Hours
During the day
Threats
Loss of habitat, bush meat, illegal pet trade
Fun Fact
The Ring-Tailed Lemur’s tail is longer than it’s body!
The Welsh Mountain Zoo supports…
Madagasikara Voakajy
At the Welsh Mountain Zoo, conservation is at the heart of everything we do — not just locally, but globally. We’re proud to partner with Madagasikara Voakajy, an inspiring conservation organisation working in Madagascar to protect some of the world’s most unique and endangered species. Madagascar’s wildlife is found in no other native range on Earth, including the iconic ring-tailed lemur — a species we’re proud to care for right here at the Zoo. With wild populations under threat due to habitat loss and hunting, the work of Madagasikara Voakajy is more vital than ever.
Through this partnership, we help support research and community-based conservation efforts that focus on habitat conservation and engaging local people in protecting species like the ring-tailed lemur. Our connection to Madagasikara Voakajy not only strengthens our own conservation mission but also allows our guests to learn more about the challenges facing Madagascar’s wildlife — and the real impact that global conservation partnerships can make.
