🌿Native Nature

Milne-Edwards' Sifaka

Propithecus edwardsi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Primates ›Family: Indriidae ›Genus: Propithecus

About

Milne-Edwards' sifaka (Propithecus edwardsi), or Milne-Edwards' simpona, is a large arboreal, diurnal lemur endemic to the eastern coastal rainforest of Madagascar. Milne-Edwards' sifaka is characterized by a black body with a light-colored "saddle" on the lower part of its back. It is closely related to the diademed sifaka, and was until recently considered a subspecies of it. Like all sifakas, it is a primate in the family Indriidae.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Milne-Edwards' Sifaka?
The scientific name of Milne-Edwards' Sifaka is Propithecus edwardsi.
What is the conservation status of Milne-Edwards' Sifaka?
The Milne-Edwards' Sifaka has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belong to?
Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belong to?
Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belong to?
Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belong to?
Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belongs to the order Primates.
What family does Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belong to?
Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belongs to the family Indriidae.
What genus does Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belong to?
Milne-Edwards' Sifaka belongs to the genus Propithecus.