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Ring-tailed Lemur

Lemur catta

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (สัตว์)

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Primates (อันดับวานร)

Lemuridae (Lemurs)

Species

Lemur catta (Ring-tailed Lemur)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lemur Colianillado

French Lémur Catta

German Katta

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สัตว์

สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง

สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม

อันดับวานร

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ring-tailed Lemur?

The scientific name of Ring-tailed Lemur is Lemur catta. It belongs to the genus Lemur.

What is the conservation status of Ring-tailed Lemur?

Ring-tailed Lemur (Lemur catta) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ring-tailed Lemur live?

Ring-tailed Lemur is found in Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ecuador.

What family does Ring-tailed Lemur belong to?

Ring-tailed Lemur (Lemur catta) belongs to the genus Lemur, which is part of the taxonomic family Lemuridae.

Is Ring-tailed Lemur endangered?

Yes, Ring-tailed Lemur (Lemur catta) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ring-tailed Lemur belong to?

Ring-tailed Lemur (Lemur catta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Lemur — 1 Species

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Ring-tailed Lemur

Lemur catta

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Data verified มีนาคม 2026

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