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Sahamalaza Peninsula Sportive Lemur (Lepilemur sahamalaza)

Sahamalaza Peninsula Sportive Lemur

Lepilemur sahamalaza

cr CR

About the Sahamalaza Peninsula Sportive Lemur

The Sahamalaza sportive lemur (Lepilemur sahamalazensis) is a sportive lemur endemic to Madagascar. It has a total length of about 51 centimetres (20 in) to 54 centimetres (21 in), of which about 26-27 centimeters are tail. Sahamalaza's sportive lemur is found in northwestern Madagascar, living in subhumid forest and some secondary forests.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Sahamalaza Peninsula Sportive Lemur?

The scientific name of the Sahamalaza Peninsula Sportive Lemur is Lepilemur sahamalaza.

Is the Sahamalaza Peninsula Sportive Lemur endangered?

The Sahamalaza Peninsula Sportive Lemur is classified as CR on the IUCN Red List.

How many Sahamalaza Peninsula Sportive Lemur sightings have been recorded?

7 observations of the Sahamalaza Peninsula Sportive Lemur have been recorded on iNaturalist.

7 observations on iNaturalist
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