The ring-tailed lemur, known for its long, black and white ringed tail, is a large strepsirrhine primate and the most recognized lemur and is one of the most vocal primates. They are found in 6 genus and 1 species.

Scientific Name – Lemur catta

Classification – Lemur

Length/Size – 95 and 110 cm (37 and 43 in)

Weight – 2.2 kilograms (4.9 lb) (average)

Top Speed – 20km/h (12mph)

Life Expectancy – 10-14 years

Gestation Period – 135 days

Special Features – Like most other lemurs, they live in a matriarchal society with the female lemurs having more control over the group than the males. The reason is not known

Social Structure – Live in social groups of 3-27 consisting of females, offspring, and males

Geographical Distribution – Madagascar

Natural Habitat – Deciduous forests, dry scrub, montane humid forests, and gallery forests

Conservation Status – Endangered

Diet – Fruit, Leaves, Insects

Predators – Hawk, Fossa, Wild dogs