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Rufous mouse lemur

Microcebus tavaratra

Description:

Small (nose to tail tip 10 1/2"), nocturnal lemur; omnivorous, diet consists of insects, small vertebrates, gum, fruit, flowers, nectar, leaves, buds, etc. They store fat in tail and hind legs as females become dormant during dry season (May-Oct). Males are more active in dry season. Nest in tree holes and sometimes bird nests.

Habitat:

Rainforest habitat with diverse food sources.

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Fianarantsoa, Province de Fianarantsoa, Madagascar

Spotted on Oct 7, 2013
Submitted on Apr 8, 2014

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