Lemuridae

Lemur

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Eulemur

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Hapalemur

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Prolemur

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Varecia

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Lemuridae is one of the four families of lemurs and are part of a class of primates known as prosimians. These animals are the evolutionary predecessors of monkeys and apes (simians).

Related Topics:
Families - Lemur - Primate - Prosimian - Monkey - Ape - Simian

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Genus Lemur has only one member: Lemur catta, or the Ring-tailed Lemur. It is easily recognized by its black and white striped tail, and is found in many zoos.

Related Topics:
Genus - Ring-tailed Lemur

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Lemurs get their name from the Ancient Roman belief that they were ghosts or spirits. They were mistaken for specters (spirits) because they were nocturnal.

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