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Von der Decken's Sifaka

Propithecus deckenii

Taxonomy

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

About

Von der Decken's sifaka (Propithecus deckenii) is a sifaka endemic to Madagascar. It has a length of 92 to 107 centimeters, of which 42-48 centimeters are tail. Von der Decken's Sifaka lives in western Madagascar. It lives in dry deciduous forest.

Frequently Asked Questions

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