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Silky Sifaka

Propithecus candidus

Taxonomy

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

About

The silky sifaka (Propithecus candidus) is a large lemur characterized by long, silky, white fur. It has a very restricted range in northeastern Madagascar, where it is known locally as the simpona. It is one of the rarest mammals on Earth, and is listed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature as one of the world's 25 most critically endangered primates. The silky sifaka is one of nine sifaka species (genus Propithecus), and one of...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Silky Sifaka?
The scientific name of Silky Sifaka is Propithecus candidus.
What is the conservation status of Silky Sifaka?
The Silky Sifaka has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
What kingdom does Silky Sifaka belong to?
Silky Sifaka belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Silky Sifaka belong to?
Silky Sifaka belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Silky Sifaka belong to?
Silky Sifaka belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Silky Sifaka belong to?
Silky Sifaka belongs to the order Primates.
What family does Silky Sifaka belong to?
Silky Sifaka belongs to the family Indriidae.
What genus does Silky Sifaka belong to?
Silky Sifaka belongs to the genus Propithecus.