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Molson is this week’s #FeatureFriday! Molson is

Molson is this week’s #FeatureFriday! Molson is the patriarch of one of our two free-ranging ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta) groups. Molson and his sister Ansell came to LCF in September 2007 from Jardin Zoologique du Quebec.
Molson currently lives with his two ladies, Sobe and Sassy, and his two youngest offspring, Indy and Elysian. Ring-tailed lemurs are female dominant, and this group is no exception. Molson is quite comfortable in his submissive role, preferring sunning, lounging, or napping over leading his family.
#ringtailedlemur #endangeredspecies #conservation #molson #lcf

Join #LCF in wishing Lonzo a happy 1st birthday! L

Join #LCF in wishing Lonzo a happy 1st birthday! Lonzo’s personality goes perfectly with his #AprilFools birthday. He is often found causing mischief in his enclosure or pestering his mom and dad. #HappyBirthday, Lonzo!
#lemur #mongooselemur #criticallyendangeredspecies #conservation #aza #mongooselemursrule #birthday #cutie #notapet

#MadagascarMonday In the past few weeks, nearly 28

#MadagascarMonday In the past few weeks, nearly 28,000 trees were planted by our reforestation teams at three sites near Marojejy National Park and Anjanaharibe-Sud Special Reserve. 49 different tree species were planted: primarily native endemic species such as Raphia palms, Canarium, Hintsia, Calophyllum, endangered rosewood and ebony, as well as fruit trees and cash crops such as coffee and cloves requested by local residents for planting in villages. Trees were planted inside Antanetiambo Nature Reserve and Anolakely Nature Reserve and private land near Anjanaharibe-Sud. Many Thanks to our reforestation partners for making this possible! Thanks to @mobotgarden, Ranoala, Macolline à Madagascar, Forest Madagascar, and Green Again: Madagascar.

Get the low-down on our #loquats! These small, ta

Get the low-down on our #loquats! These small, tart fruits grow in clusters on our trees here at the reserve. It takes an astounding 8 to 10 years before a loquat tree will begin bearing fruit, and this year we saw our trees bloom for the very first time. We just harvested over 25lbs of loquats for our the #lemurs to enjoy as part of their diet. Definitely worth the wait. #sustainable #conservation #yum #locallygrown #food

Muga is this week’s #FeatureFriday! Muga is a co

Muga is this week’s #FeatureFriday! Muga is a common brown #lemur and was born on the reserve in 2009 to parents Shiraz and Pinot. Despite getting into trouble with his brothers in the past, Muga is now walking the straight and narrow and is closely bonded with his youngest brother Zinfandel. The two most often operate as a unit, one deciding to move and the other close behind. This closeness is not shared when it comes to food, however, as the boys are both voracious eaters and do not like to share.
#commonbrownlemur #endangeredspecies #LCF #conservation

#StuckAtHome? Prevent boredom by challenging your

#StuckAtHome? Prevent boredom by challenging your kids to a game of “Animal Fact or Fiction.” This #free lesson plan will get your young learners excited to research a variety of animals that have been the subject of myths and taboos. Cultures around the world often base their view about animals on folk tales which can influence conservation efforts.
Continue reading below to learn more about some folk tales surrounding #lemurs in #Madagascar, and let us know about other species around the world that are affected by myths and beliefs. Enjoy the full lesson plan through the link in our bio!

Locally, the #indri is known as babakoto which means “little father” or “ancestor of man.” One story tells of two brothers who lived together in the forest until one of them decided to leave and cultivate the land. That brother became the first human and the brother who stayed in the forest became the first indri. Today the indri cries in mourning for his brother who went astray. Locals in Madagascar believe indri resemble the ancestors, so they are revered and actually protected from hunting in some areas where these stories are told.
They are traditionally treated as a sacred animal and protected from harm due to the legends that establish a close relationship between indri and humans.

The odd physical characteristics of the aye-aye often inspire fear in Madagascar. These strange looking lemurs have wide orange eyes, large ears, catlike faces, elongated fingers, and rat-like front teeth. It’s easy to see why there are many local taboos surround the #ayeaye. Today the appearance of an aye-aye in some regions of Madagascar is seen as an omen of death, sickness and bad luck.
Some believe that if an aye-aye is seen in a village, someone in the village will die. Some believe that if an aye-aye is seen in a village, someone in the village will die. Some even believe that aye-ayes break into houses murdering the occupants with their elongated finger. Sadly, some island residents have responded by killing aye-ayes whenever they see them, due to fears and beliefs. In truth, the strange characteristics of aye-ayes are adaptations that help them survive.

#DidYouKnow? You can help support @lemur.conservat

#DidYouKnow? You can help support @lemur.conservation.foundation by purchasing @naturespathorganic @envirokidz Peanut Choco Crispy Rice Bars and Leapin’ Lemurs Cereal! Every time you buy Envirokidz products, 1% of the sales are donated to support endangered species, habitat restoration, and environmental education for kids worldwide!

LCF would like to give a #HappyBirthday shoutout t

LCF would like to give a #HappyBirthday shoutout to Tsikey, our oldest red ruffed #lemur at 20 years old! This handsome guy is the father to four of our other #redruffedlemurs. He is currently living with his mate Ravina, and his three oldest offspring, Rivotra, Volana, and Afo. There is nothing Tsikey enjoys more than a good sun-soaked nap. We are keeping our fingers crossed that he becomes a father yet again this year!
#conservation #lcf #criticallyendangered

This week’s #FeatureFriday is Leena the mongoose

This week’s #FeatureFriday is Leena the mongoose lemur! Leena joined our colony in 2014 on a breeding recommendation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Mongoose Lemur Species Survival Plan (SSP). Leena was paired with male mongoose lemur Merced and the two have since raised five offspring together! Leena is an inquisitive #lemur, quick to investigate new enrichment items.

Did you know? LCF is home to 19 mongoose lemurs! With only 66 #mongooselemurs at @zoos_aquariums institutions, LCF is proud to be a home to so many individuals of this #criticallyendangered species.

#StuckAtHome? It’s impossible to be bored with

#StuckAtHome? It’s impossible to be bored with LCF’s beautiful #lemur habitat #posters available to view absolutely #free!

Grab the kids and see if you can find all the plants and animals listed at the bottom of each of the six posters! Full sized posters are available to view online through the link in our bio and here: https://www.lemurreserve.org/ako-project/

#StuckAtHome? Take a look at LCF’s #FREE Educat

#StuckAtHome? Take a look at LCF’s #FREE Educator’s Guide. #Parents, #teachers, or trivia enthusiasts can truly become a #lemur expert right in the comfort of your own home.
Impress your kids with facts about #Madagascar’s stone forests! Learn how to say “hello” in Malagasy. Discover exactly how big the giant sloth lemur used to be. Check the link in our bio to get started: http://bit.ly/AKOGUIDE

Stuck at #home? Keep the kids learning with LCF’s #FREE lemur lesson plans.

No one has to be bored at home thanks to these engaging #activities that can be completed with objects and supplies found around the house. Parents are encouraged to get engaged with their young learners and dive deep into the world of #lemurs. Check out the link in our #bio to get started!

#Volunteer Highlight: Jennie is an asset to the ed

#Volunteer Highlight: Jennie is an asset to the education team here at LCF. She has been volunteering at outreach and events since 2018. She effectively helps to spread our mission of education and conservation by inspiring future conservationists. Thank you, Jennie, for your dedication to teaching the next generation about lemurs!

This #FeatureFriday is all about Volana! Volana is

This #FeatureFriday is all about Volana! Volana is one of seven #redruffedlemurs at LCF. Living in a bachelor group for many years, Volana and his brother Rivotra were recently re-introduced to their father Tsikey, his partner Ravina, and their son Afo. The new family of five are living in one of LCF’s free-ranging forest habitats. Volana’s favorite activities include #sunning in the forest and #vocalizing with his family.
Did you know? Volana means ‘moon’ in Malagasy.

#MadagascarMonday 27,760 trees in 52 different spe

#MadagascarMonday 27,760 trees in 52 different species are now in the six tree nurseries which we support through collaborations with @mobotgarden, @graine_de_vie__time_to_plant, Ranoala, Macolline, and Forest Madagascar. This is a considerable increase from last year. Planting will soon occur in Antanetiambo Nature Reserve, Agnolakely Nature Reserve, and in several villages near Marojejy National Park and Anjanaharibe-Sud Special Reserve. Dozens of people at each site will participate in the planting over several weeks.

Emilia is #unimpressed with Daylight Savings Time.

Emilia is #unimpressed with Daylight Savings Time. We can totally relate.

For this #FeatureFriday we want to introduce you t

For this #FeatureFriday we want to introduce you to someone very special. Say hello to Guillermo the mongoose lemur (Eulemur mongoz). Born on May 11, 1993, Guillermo is the oldest mongoose lemur at LCF at almost 27 years old. From his slow eating habits to his nearly inaudible vocalizations, Guillermo possesses an exceptionally gentle disposition. The one thing Guillermo is most enthusiastic about is scent marking. Since male mongoose lemurs will often rub their heads on interesting scents, Guillermo’s extra vigor has resulted in a small bald patch on the top of his head, adding to his overall charm.

Guillermo arrived at LCF in May 2018 from @buschgardens, quickly settling into his retirement and our staff’s hearts. During this time, he acquired several nicknames including Mo, Momo, and Mr. Mo.
Guillermo is currently undergoing treatment for glaucoma, a condition caused by abnormally high pressure within the eye that often results in damage to the optic nerve, causing blindness. With the ongoing help of LCF’s veterinarian Dr. David Holifield, veterinary ophthalmologist Dr. Anja Welihozkiy and the staff at @bluepearlvet, and the daily attention of our animal care team, Guillermo is receiving a customized treatment plan that is helping stabilize the pressures in his eyes.
Vision loss may have slowed this sweet lemur down, but it hasn’t stopped him from continuing to live his best life! These days, in addition to head rubbing, Guillermo most enjoys grooming and napping sessions with his young partner Rosalita. The pair are living in a custom adapted enclosure featuring stationary branching and customized ramps, shelves and baskets for resting, and textured materials near food and water sources to cue Guillermo to their presence.

Mongoose lemurs are listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN’s Red List with an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild in the immediate future. In addition to their important role in conservation, education, and research, Guillermo, Rosalita, and all the mongoose lemurs at LCF serve as a genetic safety net against possible extinction in the wild.

Over the last 40 years, global populations of bird

Over the last 40 years, global populations of birds, fish, mammals, amphibians and reptiles have declined by nearly 60%. Nature’s resources are vast, but not infinite. When unsustainable human activity exploits ecosystems faster than they can recover, it endangers the survival of all #wildlife species that depend on them #Biodiversity loss is a planetary crisis that must be addressed. http://wildlifeday.org #WorldWildlifeDay #WWD2020 #SustainingAllLife

With nearly a million a species threatened with ex

With nearly a million a species threatened with extinction in the near future, humanity must rethink its relationship with nature and #wildlife to make it more sustainable. By caring for wild fauna and flora and choosing to consume in a responsible, sustainable way, you too can help build a world that can #SustainAllLife on Earth. http://wildlifeday.org #WorldWildlifeDay #WWD2020 #SustainingAllLife #Biodiversity2020

The loss of #nature and #biodiversity is a direct

The loss of #nature and #biodiversity is a direct result of unsustainable human activity and constitutes a direct threat to human well-being in all regions of the world. Governments and corporations must push for the #SustainableUse of wild animals and plants found in the world’s ecosystems to conserve both biodiversity and the #livelihoods of people who depend on a diverse #wildlife http://wildlifeday.org #WorldWildlifeDay #WWD2020 #Biodiversity2020

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