Red ruffed lemur
The red ruffed lemur (Varecia rubra) is a herbivorous mammal native to Africa, Europe and North America.
- Scientific name
- Varecia rubra
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Lemuridae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa, Europe, North America
- Weight
- 4 kg
- Lifespan
- 37.5 years
- Conservation status
- Critically Endangered
What does a red ruffed lemur eat?
The red ruffed lemur is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is a red ruffed lemur?
The red ruffed lemur weighs around 4 kg.
How long do red ruffed lemurs live?
In the wild, the red ruffed lemur can live up to about 37.5 years.
Where do red ruffed lemurs live?
Red ruffed lemurs are found in Africa, Europe and North America, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the red ruffed lemur endangered?
The red ruffed lemur is currently listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.