Lemuriformes

Lemuriformes, also known as lemurs, are a suborder of primates that are indigenous to Madagascar. They are characterized by large eyes, foxlike faces, and long hind limbs, with tails that can be longer than their bodies. Lemurs are generally less intelligent than monkeys, with a stronger sense of smell but weaker vision.1

Key features of lemurs include a moist, bare muzzle tip, a "toilet claw" on the second toe, and a reflective layer in their eyes for low-light vision. They are social animals that spend most of their time in trees, feeding on fruits, leaves, insects, and small animals.1

The diversity within Lemuriformes includes families like Lemuridae (true lemurs), Lepilemuridae (sportive lemurs), and Cheirogaleidae (dwarf and mouse lemurs). Some lemur species are rare or endangered due to habitat loss and hunting. The evolutionary history of lemurs traces back to the Eocene Epoch, with evidence suggesting they migrated to Madagascar from Africa millions of years ago.123