Mammal
The ring-tailed lemur
Lemur catta
With its black and white striped tail and small orange eyes, the ring-tailed lemur is a symbol of Madagascar.
Distinctive features
This frugivorous lemur lives in groups in the savannahs of the south of the island, where it can be seen striding on its hind legs and leaping nimbly, making leaps of up to ten metres between branches.
This species is dominated by females.
Anecdote
It has a grey coat with a white underside. The face is white, with black outlines around the eyes and muzzle.
Makis Cattas
© MNHN - F.-G. Grandin
Femelle Maki catta avec son petit
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