MadagascarThe Lemur is one of the world’s most critically endangered herbivore mammals. Found in Madagascar, it inhabits forests habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Lemur | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.6 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 98% |
| Height | 47.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 29 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 28% |
| Avg Speed | 29 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Lemur inhabits forests habitats. It can be found in Madagascar.
Typical coloring: Varies.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Lemur is a group-based species belonging to the Lemuridae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
CR The Lemur is classified as Critically Endangered. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Lemur’s weight of 0.6–4.5 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #18 of 19 Critically Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gharial | Up to 1500 kg | CR |
| 2 | Black Rhinoceros | 800–1400 kg | CR |
| 3 | Sumatran Rhino | 750–950 kg | CR |
| 4 | Sumatran Rhinoceros | 500–950 kg | CR |
| 5 | White Tiger | 100–300 kg | CR |
Related Species
How much does a Lemur weigh?
A Lemur typically weighs 0.6–4.5 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Lemur?
The Lemur is classified as “Critically Endangered”. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Lemur live?
The Lemur is found in Madagascar, in forests habitats.
How does the Lemur reproduce?
The Lemur has a gestation period of 120–135 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026