All of the species in this genus, like all other lemurs, are native to Madagascar. Measuring 19–27 cm (7.5–10.6 in) in body length with a tail about 16–17 cm (6.3–6.7 in), they are larger than the …

Crossley’s dwarf lemurs, also known as furry-eared dwarf lemurs, are named for the distinctive furry ears that set them apart from other dwarf lemur species. Like all lemurs, they live only on …

Dwarf Lemurs (Cheirogaleus) are one of the most endearing and unique mammals found exclusively on the island of Madagascar. As small primates, they are a captivating feature of …

Nov 21, 2025 · The dwarf lemurs (Cheirogaleus), along with the mouse (Microcebus), Coquerel’s (Mirza), hairy-eared (Allocebus), and fork-crowned (Phaner) lemurs, make up the family …

Out of all 100 or so lemur species living in Madagascar, dwarf lemurs are the only primates known to truly hibernate, though their close relatives the mouse lemurs can experience short bouts of …

The fat-tailed dwarf lemur (Cheirogaleus medius), also known as the lesser dwarf lemur, western fat-tailed dwarf lemur, or spiny forest dwarf lemur, is endemic to Madagascar.

These mature forests not only offer critical nesting sites but also provide the complex canopy structure the lemurs rely on for arboreal travel and protection from predators. The IUCN …

Cheirogaleus contains ten species. Only four species have sufficient research done, while the others are understudied. They can only be found in Madagascar and typically avoid humans. …

Dwarf and mouse lemurs are the smallest of the Madagascar lemurs, with colors ranging from gray to dark brown dorsally and cream to yellowish brown ventrally; some have conspicuous …

Learn how the fat-tailed dwarf lemur earns its funny name, how its body responds to hibernation and torpor, and why studying its remarkable habits could have a huge impact in the human world.