How Big Is a Ring Tailed Lemur?

The ring-tailed lemur is a large strepsirrhine primate and the most recognized lemur due to its long, black and white ringed tail. It belongs to Lemuridae, one of five lemur families, and is the only member of the Lemur genus. Like all lemurs it is endemic to the island of Madagascar.

How tall is a ring-tailed lemur?

Physical Description: Height: 15-18 inches. Tail length: 22-25 inches.

How much do ring-tailed lemurs weigh?

Ring-tailed lemurs weigh about 6 pounds. Their fur isn't as thick as the fur of ruffed lemurs. To warm up before their daily search for food, they gather in a "mob," stretch out belly up, and bask together in the sun. Because of the dry habitat they live in, ring-tailed lemurs can't afford to be picky eaters.