Red-bellied lemur
A species of True lemurs Scientific name : Eulemur rubriventer Genus : True lemurs
Red-bellied lemur, A species of True lemurs
Scientific name: Eulemur rubriventer
Genus: True lemurs
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Description
Being sexually dimorphic, the male of the species exhibits a medium-long dense dorsal coat of intense chestnut brown. Ventrally he is lighter and redder in hue, while his tail, muzzle and head are black. For the female, the dorsal area and tail resemble the male, whereas the ventral fur is a contrasting white-cream colour. Facial markings are similar to the male, except that "tear drops" are less exaggerated and spiry thick cheek hairs of the male are absent. Whereas the genus Eulemur relatives may exhibit ear tufts or a furry beard, these features are absent for Eulemur rubriventer, which has thickened fur around its ears, lending a fuller facial appearance. The adult red-bellied lemur has a length of 34 to 40 centimetres (13.4 to 15.7 in) (excluding tail) and a tail length which is almost twenty percent longer than the body itself; that is, body plus tail length may attain a total length of almost one meter. Typical body mass of a mature individual ranges from 1.6 to 2.4 kilograms (3.5 to 5.3 lb). The male has scent glands atop his head. Lifespans may easily exceed twenty years for both sexes. 
General Info
Lifespan
20-25 years
Diet
Red-bellied lemur primarily feeds on fruit, making it frugivorous. However, its diet is also supplemented with leaves and flowers during seasons when fruit is scarce. This species exhibits a preference for ripe fruit, exhibiting marked tendencies to selectively feed on fruit that has reached full maturity, whilst ignoring unripen.
Appearance
Red-bellied lemur is a medium-sized lemur with a slightly round body and long tail. Its fur is soft and dense with a striking reddish-brown coloration on the belly, graduating to dark brown on the back and limbs. The face displays a notable black 'mask', contrasting sharply with the white fur at the back of its head and neck. There are no significant variations in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Red-bellied lemur is a nocturnal species that primarily practices arboreal foraging for fruits and leaves. This species exhibits social tendencies in small family groups, often grooming and engaging in play behavior. Red-bellied lemur has been noted to mark its territory using scent from specialized glands. Adapted to life in the rainforest, this species often shelters amidst tree canopies during the day.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Apes Family
True lemurs Genus
True lemurs Species
Red-bellied lemur 
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