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Lesser Bamboo Lemur — printable fact sheet
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Lesser Bamboo Lemur
Hapalemur griseus
The Lesser Bamboo Lemur is a small, arboreal primate native to the forests of Madagascar. Recognizable by its grayish fur and short muzzle, this lemur is specially adapted to eating bamboo, a diet that few mammals can tolerate. It is primarily active during the early morning and…
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- Despite their small size, Lesser Bamboo Lemurs can consume up to 500 grams of bamboo each day—almost their whole body weight!
- Lesser Bamboo Lemurs can safely eat bamboo shoots that are toxic to many other animals. They communicate through a variety of vocalizations, including grunts and clicks. These lemurs play a crucial role in dispersing bamboo seeds throughout their habitat.
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