Nosy Be Sportive Lemur
Lepilemur tymerlachsoni
Extremely high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Nosy Be Sportive Lemur
Hawks' sportive lemur (Lepilemur tymerlachsoni), also known as the Nosy Be sportive lemur or Nosy Be weasel lemur, is a sportive lemur endemic to Madagascar. It is a moderately large sportive lemur, with a total length of about 50 to 68 centimeters, of which 22 to 27 centimeters are tail.
Key Facts
- Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Nosy Be Sportive Lemur?
The scientific name of the Nosy Be Sportive Lemur is Lepilemur tymerlachsoni.
Is the Nosy Be Sportive Lemur endangered?
The Nosy Be Sportive Lemur is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many Nosy Be Sportive Lemur sightings have been recorded?
152 observations of the Nosy Be Sportive Lemur have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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