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The black-and-white ruffed lemur (Varecia variegata) is a Critically Endangered species of ruffed lemur, the more endangered one of two which are endemic to the island of Madagascar. Despite having a larger range than the red ruffed lemur, it has a much smaller population that is spread out, living in lower population densities and reproductively isolated. It also has less coverage and protection in large national parks than the red ruffed lemur. Three subspecies of black-and-white ruffed lemur have been recognized since the red ruffed lemur was elevated to species status in 2001 (Wikipedia).

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Joanie Holliday 29 Apr 2018

ODD LOOKING FELLOWS, NICELY DONE.

Artist Reply: just so you know, they are extremely LOUD.. thanks