New research reveals how rising demand for lemur meat is contributing to the species’ decline in Madagascar.

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The Goliath birdeater ( Theraphosa blondi) is the world’s largest spider, with a leg span up to 30 cm (12 in). Its hairy, ...

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Lemurs with their large eyes, expressive faces and quirky personalities have won the hearts of wildlife lovers. But beyond their appearance lemurs carry millions of years of evolution and culture.

Many animal names mislead, stemming from early observations and comparisons rather than scientific accuracy. Creatures like ...

An occasional series where Mongabay founder Rhett Ayers Butler shares analysis, perspectives and story summaries. In Madagascar’s cities, a quiet but lucrative market is reshaping the future of one of ...

A critically endangered type of lemur has arrived at a zoo, making it only the tenth wildlife park in the world to hold the species. Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust (DWCT), in Jersey, said a three ...

A shocking new analysis estimates that almost 13,000 lemurs are slaughtered and eaten every year.View on euronews ...

This means that wild lemurs live exclusively on the island of Madagascar. Mongoose lemurs are also found wild on the nearby Comoros Islands, but this is likely due to human introduction. 2. There are ...