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The cat-sized crowned lemurs are well known for the different coloured crowns on their heads. They do not have a distinct day/night cycle and are both diurnal and nocturnal. Individuals scent mark their territory with urine as well as scent glands located in the anal region or the neck.
Characteristics
| Classification | Order: primates; Family: lemuridae |
|---|---|
| Diet | Predominantly fruits, but also fresh leaves and insects in the dry season |
| Habitat | Primarily deciduous dry lowland forest and semi-dry forest on the North Coast of the Cap d’Ambre Peninsula (Madagascar) |
| Reproduction | 1–2 offspring; gestation period: ca. 125 days |
Status according to Red List
More information you will get on the web page of the IUCN Red List.
