western wooly lemur

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Primates (Primates)

Family

Indriidae

Genus

Avahi

Species

Avahi occidentalis (western wooly lemur)

Names in Other Languages

German Westlicher Wollmaki

Similar Species in Avahi

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Indri Lanudo

Avahi laniger

Vulnerable

Betsileo Woolly Lemur

Avahi betsileo

Endangered

Peyrieras's Woolly Lemur

Avahi peyrierasi

Vulnerable

Bemaraha Woolly Lemur

Avahi cleesei

Critically Endangered

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Sambirano Woolly Lemur

Avahi unicolor

Critically Endangered

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Southern Woolly Lemur

Avahi meridionalis

Endangered

Moore's woolly lemur

Avahi mooreorum

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of western wooly lemur?

The scientific name of western wooly lemur is Avahi occidentalis. It belongs to the genus Avahi.

What is the conservation status of western wooly lemur?

western wooly lemur (Avahi occidentalis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does western wooly lemur belong to?

western wooly lemur (Avahi occidentalis) belongs to the genus Avahi, which is part of the taxonomic family Indriidae.

Is western wooly lemur endangered?

Yes, western wooly lemur (Avahi occidentalis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does western wooly lemur belong to?

western wooly lemur (Avahi occidentalis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of western wooly lemur?

The closest relatives of western wooly lemur in the genus Avahi include Indri Lanudo, Betsileo Woolly Lemur, Peyrieras's Woolly Lemur, Moore's woolly lemur, Sambirano Woolly Lemur.