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Lorisiformes

primate infraorder

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The infraorder Lorisiformes comprises the lorises and related forms, such as galagos (bush babies) and pottos. These are nocturnal, arboreal primates found in Africa and Asia.1234

Key characteristics of Lorisiformes include:
* Appearance: They generally have large eyes, often with dark rings, and soft fur. Their limbs are adapted for slow, deliberate movement through trees, and they often hang by their feet.35
* Diet: Their diet consists of insects, fruit, leaves, and small animals.3
* Diversity: This group includes slender lorises and slow lorises, with various species differing in size and specific habitat.3
* Conservation: Many loris species are considered threatened or endangered due to habitat loss and the pet trade.3

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