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Perrier's Sifaka (Propithecus perrieri) is a sifaka endemic to Madagascar. It has a length of 85 to 92 centimeters, of which 42-46 centimeters are tail.[1] Perrier's sifaka has a very limited range in northeastern Madagascar between the Irodo River to the north and the Lokia River to the south.[1] It lives in dry deciduous and semi-humid forest.[1]
Its pelage is almost entirely black.[1] Group size is between 2 and 6 individuals.[1] Diet includes leaves, unripe fruit, leave petioles, young shoots and flowers.[1] It is considered one of the 25 most endangered primates in the world.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ a b c d e f Garbutt, Nick (2007). Mammals of Madagascar, A Complete Guide, 189-191.
- ^ Mittmeier, R. et al (2005) "Primates in Peril: The World's 25 Most Endangered Primates 2004-2006"
