Reddish-gray mouse lemur

The Grey-brown mouse lemur ( Microcebus griseorufus ) is a living primate in Madagascar from the kind of mouse lemurs within the group of lemurs.

Features

Grey-brown mouse lemurs are relatively small members of its family, which are distinguished by their bright coat color of other species. They reach a body length 11-13 centimeters, which must be added a 14 to 15 centimeters long tail comes. Its weight is 46-85 grams. Their fur is colored white on the back and gray on the belly. On the back runs a conspicuous red-brown dorsal stripe, and the tail is brown. The head is round, there is a bright drawing between the big eyes.

Distribution and habitat

Grey-brown mouse lemurs are widespread in south-western Madagascar, but the exact limits of its range are unknown. They are found in a number of habitats, including thorn savannas, gallery forests and deciduous forests.

Way of life

Grey-brown mouse lemurs are nocturnal and usually stay on the trees. There, they move away on all fours or jumping. Their diet consists of fruit and insects, in contrast to other mouse lemurs, they often take tree sap to himself.

Endangering

Main threat to the duns mouse lemurs, the destruction of their habitat dar. Although the inventory figures are probably in decline, according to IUCN but not yet at worrying levels. It lists the species as " not at risk " ( least concern ).