11 observations
Montagne d'Ambre dwarf lemur
Cheirogaleus andysabini
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Mammalia βΊOrder: Primates βΊFamily: Cheirogaleidae βΊGenus: Cheirogaleus
About
The Montagne d'Ambre dwarf lemur or Andy Sabin's dwarf lemur (Cheirogaleus andysabini) is a species of dwarf lemur known only from Amber Mountain National Park and the surrounding area in northern Madagascar. It was identified in 2005, but not formally described until 2015. It is an endangered species, at risk from deforestation and possibly hunting from nearby human populations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Montagne d'Ambre dwarf lemur is Cheirogaleus andysabini.
- Montagne d'Ambre dwarf lemur belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Montagne d'Ambre dwarf lemur belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Montagne d'Ambre dwarf lemur belongs to the class Mammalia.
- Montagne d'Ambre dwarf lemur belongs to the order Primates.
- Montagne d'Ambre dwarf lemur belongs to the family Cheirogaleidae.
- Montagne d'Ambre dwarf lemur belongs to the genus Cheirogaleus.