Lemuriformes Collection

Varecia variegata, ruffed lemur
LS Plate 74 of the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China, 1774-1856

Eulemur macaco, black lemur
Plate 217 from Capter 7 of Gleanings of Natural History Vol. 5 by George Edwards (1694-1773), published 1758-1764. Entitled The Black Maucauco

Lemur catta, ring tailed lemur
Plate 4 from Histoire Naturelle des Singes et des Makis, by Jean-Baptiste Audebert, 1808

Coquerels Sifaka or Crowned Sifaka -Propithecus coquereli-, male, sitting on a branch in a forest, with a curled tail, Exotic Park, Peyriar, near Andasibe, Madagascar

Black-and-white Ruffed Lemur -Varecia variegata-, clinging to a thin tree trunk, Vakona Park, Madagascar

Red-fronted Lemur -Eulemur rufifrons-, with a long drooping tail, Ranomafana National Park, Madagascar

Collared Brown Lemur or Red-collared Lemur -Eulemur collaris- on a tree trunk, Nakampoana Nature Reserve, Madagascar

Ring-tailed Lemur -Lemur catta- in a tree, with a black and white striped tail, Nakampoana Nature Reserve, Madagascar

Verreauxs Sifaka -Propithecus verreauxi-, in a tree, Nakampoana Nature Reserve, Madagascar

Two Verreauxs Sifakas -Propithecus verreauxi- sitting in a tree, Nakampoana Nature Reserve, Madagascar

Lemur (Lemur catta), sitting upright showing white belly, one hand resting on knee, long, bushy ringed tail stretched out to side, tree branch on floor and walls in background

Lemur skulls C016 / 6150
Lemur skulls. Two skulls showing the diversity of lemurs on Madagascar

Lemur skulls from Madagascar
Two skulls show the incredible diversity of lemurs on Madagascar

Pteromys melanopterus, Chinese flying squirrel
Plate 15 from Recherches pour servir a l histoire naturelle des Mammifcres, Vols. 1-4, 1868-74, by Dr. Henri Milne-Edwards (1800-1885) & Dr. Alphonse Milne-Edwards (1835-1900)

Trogopterus xanthipes, complex-toothed flying squirrel
Plate 14 from From Recherches pour servir a l histoire naturelle des Mammifcres, Vols. 1-4, 1868-74, by Dr. Henri Milne-Edwards (1800-1885) & Dr. Alphonse Milne-Edwards (1835-1900)

Megaladapis edwardsi, giant lemur
Skull of the giant lemur, Megaladapis edwardsi. The giant lemur was roughly gorilla-sized and lived as recently as 2, 000 year ago. Specimen dates from the Quaternary, near Ampoza, S.W Madagascar

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Lemuriformes: From the Vibrant Ruffed Lemur to the Enigmatic Aye-aye" Lemuriformes, a diverse group of primates found exclusively in Madagascar, never fails to captivate with its unique species. One such member is the stunning Varecia variegata, known as the ruffed lemur. With its striking black and white fur and piercing eyes, this lemur commands attention wherever it goes. Another remarkable species within this order is Eulemur macaco, commonly referred to as the black lemur. Endemic to Madagascar's lush forests, these lemurs boast a sleek black coat that perfectly blends with their natural surroundings. Stepping back in time, we encounter an exquisite watercolor by Sydney Parkinson from the 18th century depicting Lemur tardigradus. This captivating artwork showcases Parkinson's talent while providing a glimpse into our fascination with these creatures throughout history. One cannot discuss lemurs without mentioning one of their most iconic representatives – Lemur catta or the ring-tailed lemur. Recognizable for its distinctively striped tail and expressive face, this charismatic primate has become synonymous with Madagascar's rich biodiversity. Venturing deeper into Madagascar's wilderness reveals smaller yet equally enchanting members of this family like Microcebus rufus, also known as the brown mouse lemur. Despite their diminutive size, these nocturnal creatures play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance within Masoala National Park. Amongst all lemurs stands Daubentonia madagascariensis –the enigmatic aye-aye– perched on a palm frond against Masoala Peninsula's backdrop. Their elongated fingers and peculiar feeding habits make them truly extraordinary beings worth protecting at all costs. The Coquerel’s Sifaka or Crowned Sifaka (Propithecus coquereli) takes center stage in the forests near Andasibe.