fat-tailed dwarf lemur

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Primates (อันดับวานร)

Family

Cheirogaleidae

Genus

Cheirogaleus

Species

Cheirogaleus medius (fat-tailed dwarf lemur)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lemur Ardilla Coligrueso

French Cheirogale Moyen

German Mittlerer Katzenmaki

Similar Species in Cheirogaleus

Greater Dwarf Lemur

Cheirogaleus major

Vulnerable

Lavasoa Dwarf Lemur

Cheirogaleus lavasoensis

Endangered

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Sibree’s Dwarf Lemur

Cheirogaleus sibreei

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of fat-tailed dwarf lemur?

The scientific name of fat-tailed dwarf lemur is Cheirogaleus medius. It belongs to the genus Cheirogaleus.

What is the conservation status of fat-tailed dwarf lemur?

fat-tailed dwarf lemur (Cheirogaleus medius) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does fat-tailed dwarf lemur belong to?

fat-tailed dwarf lemur (Cheirogaleus medius) belongs to the genus Cheirogaleus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cheirogaleidae.

Is fat-tailed dwarf lemur endangered?

Yes, fat-tailed dwarf lemur (Cheirogaleus medius) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does fat-tailed dwarf lemur belong to?

fat-tailed dwarf lemur (Cheirogaleus medius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of fat-tailed dwarf lemur?

The closest relatives of fat-tailed dwarf lemur in the genus Cheirogaleus include Greater Dwarf Lemur, Lavasoa Dwarf Lemur, Sibree’s Dwarf Lemur.