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Endangered Mammals

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RUFFED LEMUR (Varecia variegata)

Lemurs are small primates with a doglike snout, large eyes and a dental comb used for mutual grooming (except for the aye-aye). The ruffed lemur is the largest of the lemurs, weighing between eight and 10 pounds on average. It lives in the rain forests of eastern Madagascar in small social groups. They are threatened by deforestation, hunting and capture for the exotic pet trade.

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IUCN Status: Endangered
Major Threats: Deforestation, hunting and exotic pet trade
Habitat: Rain forests
Location: Eastern Madagascar
Diet: Mainly fruit; also leaves, seeds and nectar

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