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Scott's Sportive Lemur

Lepilemur scottorum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Primates ›Family: Lepilemuridae ›Genus: Lepilemur

About

Scott's sportive lemur (Lepilemur scottorum), or the Masoala sportive lemur, is a sportive lemur endemic to Madagascar. This is one of 26 species in the genus Lepilemur. It has greyish brown fur and a black-tipped tail. It is named in honor of the Suzanne and Walter Scott Jr. Foundation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scott's Sportive Lemur?
The scientific name of Scott's Sportive Lemur is Lepilemur scottorum.
What is the conservation status of Scott's Sportive Lemur?
The Scott's Sportive Lemur has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Scott's Sportive Lemur belong to?
Scott's Sportive Lemur belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Scott's Sportive Lemur belong to?
Scott's Sportive Lemur belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Scott's Sportive Lemur belong to?
Scott's Sportive Lemur belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Scott's Sportive Lemur belong to?
Scott's Sportive Lemur belongs to the order Primates.
What family does Scott's Sportive Lemur belong to?
Scott's Sportive Lemur belongs to the family Lepilemuridae.
What genus does Scott's Sportive Lemur belong to?
Scott's Sportive Lemur belongs to the genus Lepilemur.