Dwarf lemur

/dwˈɔːf lˈiːmə/

/dwˈɔːɹf lˈiːmɚ/

Dwarf lemur

a small nocturnal lemur species found in Madagascar, known for their ability to hibernate for several months of the year

What is a "dwarf lemur"?

The dwarf lemur is a small primate species that is native to Madagascar. They are known for their small size, typically weighing between 200 to 600 grams, and their arboreal lifestyle, spending most of their time in trees. Dwarf lemurs are unique in that they exhibit hibernation-like behavior during periods of food scarcity, entering a state of torpor to conserve energy. They have large, round eyes adapted for night vision and a keen sense of smell to locate food. Dwarf lemurs primarily feed on fruits, nectar, and insects. They are an important component of Madagascar's unique biodiversity and play a role in seed dispersal and pollination. Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect the dwarf lemur and their natural habitat from threats such as habitat loss and climate change.

Examples

1. Here's a dwarf lemur and a mouse lemur.

2. These are the dwarf lemurs.

3. And she went to five field sites, collected 29 mouse lemurs, seven dwarf lemurs, four flights, and 4,200 kilometers by road.

4. But if you look at mouse and dwarf lemurs, it's quite a bit longer.