Simmons’s Mouse Lemur

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Primates (Primaten)

Family

Cheirogaleidae

Genus

Microcebus

Species

Microcebus simmonsi (Simmons’s Mouse Lemur)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lémur ratón de Simmons

French Microcèbe de Simmons

Similar Species in Microcebus

Goodman’s Mausmaki

Microcebus lehilahytsara

Near Threatened

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Mausmaki

Microcebus murinus

Least Concern

Jolly’s Mouse Lemur

Microcebus jollyae

Endangered

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brown mouse lemur

Microcebus rufus

Vulnerable

Jonah's Mouse Lemur

Microcebus jonahi

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Simmons’s Mouse Lemur?

The scientific name of Simmons’s Mouse Lemur is Microcebus simmonsi. It belongs to the genus Microcebus.

What is the conservation status of Simmons’s Mouse Lemur?

Simmons’s Mouse Lemur (Microcebus simmonsi) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Simmons’s Mouse Lemur belong to?

Simmons’s Mouse Lemur (Microcebus simmonsi) belongs to the genus Microcebus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cheirogaleidae.

Is Simmons’s Mouse Lemur endangered?

Yes, Simmons’s Mouse Lemur (Microcebus simmonsi) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Simmons’s Mouse Lemur belong to?

Simmons’s Mouse Lemur (Microcebus simmonsi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Simmons’s Mouse Lemur?

The closest relatives of Simmons’s Mouse Lemur in the genus Microcebus include Goodman’s Mausmaki, Mausmaki, Jolly’s Mouse Lemur, brown mouse lemur, Jonah's Mouse Lemur.