Red-tailed Sportive Lemur
Lepilemur ruficaudatus
Extremely high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Red-tailed Sportive Lemur
The red-tailed sportive lemur (Lepilemur ruficaudatus), or red-tailed weasel lemur, is native to Madagascar like all lemurs. It is a nocturnal species feeding largely on leaves, though they also eat some fruit. Individuals weigh around 800 grams, and there is little sexual dimorphism. In general they live in mated pairs, with a home range of about 10,000 square metres. Both members of the pair use the same home range, and there is little overlap between the home...
Key Facts
- Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Red-tailed Sportive Lemur?
The scientific name of the Red-tailed Sportive Lemur is Lepilemur ruficaudatus.
Is the Red-tailed Sportive Lemur endangered?
The Red-tailed Sportive Lemur is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many Red-tailed Sportive Lemur sightings have been recorded?
159 observations of the Red-tailed Sportive Lemur have been recorded on iNaturalist.
