red 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

Lemuridae (Lemurs)

Genus

Eulemur

Species

Eulemur rufus (red lemur)

Names in Other Languages

French Lemur roux

Similar Species in Eulemur

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common brown lemur

Eulemur fulvus

Vulnerable

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mongoose lemur

Eulemur mongoz

Critically Endangered

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red-bellied lemur

Eulemur rubriventer

Vulnerable

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black lemur

Eulemur macaco

Endangered

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white-headed lemur

Eulemur albifrons

Vulnerable

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crowned lemur

Eulemur coronatus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of red lemur?

The scientific name of red lemur is Eulemur rufus. It belongs to the genus Eulemur.

What is the conservation status of red lemur?

red lemur (Eulemur rufus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does red lemur belong to?

red lemur (Eulemur rufus) belongs to the genus Eulemur, which is part of the taxonomic family Lemuridae.

Is red lemur endangered?

Yes, red lemur (Eulemur rufus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does red lemur belong to?

red lemur (Eulemur rufus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of red lemur?

The closest relatives of red lemur in the genus Eulemur include common brown lemur, mongoose lemur, red-bellied lemur, black lemur, white-headed lemur.