Red Ruffed Lemur Research Paper

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What lemur has the strongest tail bone? The red ruffed lemur. This is one of many features that the red ruffed lemur has. Also the fruits and plants that the lemur searches for wish the lumer wasn’t so hungry. If the lemurs were to leave Masoala, the population of plants would expand by thousands. Once the plants overrun the area, other animals will move to the area and adapts to that area. The red ruffed lemur lives in the forests of Masoala.

“The Red Ruffed Lemur’s habitat is located in the forests of the Masoala Peninsula near Maroantsetra in northeastern Madagascar.” They live in the highest trees in the forests and in the low grass lands. This is for protection because of danger from carnivores and predators. The trees are very helpful for moving to areas with plants and fruits. Acting like a wall, giant leaves guide the way for the lemurs. The grass hides the lemur because of its height and lush thickness. Throughout the forests of Masoala, the red ruffed lemur thrives.
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Its average size is a body length of 53 cm, a tail length of 60 cm and a weight of 3.3–3.6 kg. The red ruffed lemur is a red-orange furred mammal with a black face and tail. Its under belly is also black. The ruffed “coat” on its back acts as a jacket or protection from sharp leaves or thorns. The coat also acts as a rain “jacket” and an incubator for the infants. The lemurs teeth are flat for plants because it’s an herbivore. Also, its tail is long and strong for hanging on trees to reach down for food. The red ruffed lemur has many features to help its

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