🌿Native Nature

Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur

Cheirogaleus major

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Primates ›Family: Cheirogaleidae ›Genus: Cheirogaleus

About

The greater dwarf lemur (Cheirogaleus major), or the Geoffroy's dwarf lemur, is a lemur that is widely distributed over the primary and secondary forests near the eastern coast of Madagascar. They are also found in northern parts of Madagascar. Greater dwarf lemurs live in forests and dry scrub areas. The head and body of the greater dwarf lemur can range from 167 to 264 millimeters in length, and 164 to 600 grams. Their tails can range...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur?
The scientific name of Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur is Cheirogaleus major.
What is the conservation status of Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur?
The Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belong to?
Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belong to?
Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belong to?
Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belong to?
Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belongs to the order Primates.
What family does Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belong to?
Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belongs to the family Cheirogaleidae.
What genus does Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belong to?
Geoffroy's Dwarf Lemur belongs to the genus Cheirogaleus.