Daubentonia madagascariensis
Madagascar
EN Omnivore, Insectivore Rainforests
2.2–2.7 kg
Weight
20–23 yrs
Lifespan
32 km/h
Top Speed
MadagascarFound In
Endemic to Madagascar, the Aye-Aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) is an omnivore, insectivore species inhabiting rainforests habitats. Weighing 2.2–2.7 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Aye-Aye | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.5 kg | 12 kg | ↓ 80% |
| Height | 36 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 32 km/h | 35 km/h | ↓ 9% |
| Avg Speed | 32 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 21.5 yrs | 17.5 yrs | ↑ 23% |
Endemic to Madagascar
Habitat: Rainforests
Found In: Madagascar
Coloration: Black, Brown
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 160–170 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 20–23 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Documented threats:
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #26 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | Coquerel's Sifaka | 3–6 kg | EN |
| 25 | Red Panda | 3–6 kg | EN |
| 26 | Aye-Aye | 2.2–2.7 kg | EN |
| 27 | Galápagos Penguin | 1.7–2.6 kg | EN |
| 28 | Galápagos Penguin | 1.7–2.6 kg | EN |
| 29 | Yellow-Eyed Penguin | 1–3 kg | EN |