Interesting Facts About Black & White Ruffed Lemurs
Black & White Ruffed Lemurs are one of the most endangered species on the planet and their natural habitats are quickly diminishing. Here are some interesting facts about these intriguing creatures:
• Black & White Ruffed Lemurs are native to Madagascar and prefer living in tropical rainforests.
• They have long, bushy black-and-white fur that helps them to blend in with their environment and stay cool.
• These primates are arboreal, meaning they spend most of their time in trees. They use their powerful legs and long tails to swing from branch to branch.
• During mating season, males will compete for access to females by calling out loud and making loud vocalizations.
• To protect themselves from predators, these lemurs have strong smelling glands that release a pungent odor when threatened.
• Their diet consists mainly of fruit, nectar, insects, small mammals and fungi – making them omnivores!
These magnificent creatures face numerous threats including hunting and deforestation which has led to their endangerment status today. It is important that we take action to protect them before it’s too late!
