What’s New

Increasing on-site sustainability

February 6, 2020 by Lemur Conservation Foundation

Here on LCF’s reserve in Myakka City, Florida, our lemurs receive fresh browse three times per week if not more. Browse is plant material designated for consumption or enrichment which can be cut and then given to collections of animals. It can consist of tender shoots, twigs, branches, and leaves of trees or shrubs which... Continue Reading

Marojejy’s Camp Mantella newly renovated

January 27, 2020 by Lemur Conservation Foundation

In the fall, the Lemur Conservation Foundation shared news about plans to help boost ecotourism in Madagascar by supporting repairs to Camp 1, also called Camp Mantella, at Marojejy National Park (Seacology grant awarded to rebuild Marojejy National Park). Reconstruction is now complete. Thanks to a grant from Seacology, LCF coordinated the construction of four... Continue Reading

Ranomamy’s forest habitat introduction

January 21, 2020 by Lemur Conservation Foundation

We've got an update for you about red ruffed lemurs Ranomamy and Zazabe since our blog post in December, Welcome our new red ruffed lemur. It was an exciting time when Ranomamy arrived and was introduced to Zazabe, and now we've introduced him to our forest habitat. Partnered with free ranging pro Zazabe, he has... Continue Reading

In memoriam: Lucy

January 14, 2020 by Lemur Conservation Foundation

We are deeply saddened to announce the recent passing of collared brown lemur Lucy. In 2015, Lucy began having difficulties with arthritis and liver disease. With the daily care of LCF’s dedicated staff, a customized arthritis-friendly enclosure, and the companionship of her long-time partner Jacques, Lucy thrived for another four years before her health began... Continue Reading

Silky sifaka monitoring at Marojejy National Park

January 13, 2020 by Lemur Conservation Foundation

Our silky sifaka monitoring team just returned from Marojejy National Park (Camp Marojejia or Camp 2). The current social group near that camp is small but doing well. There is an adult male named LFV, an adult female named VSC, and a subadult male named MBV. The acronyms are abbreviations for Malagasy words used by... Continue Reading

Volunteer Highlight: Dave

January 12, 2020 by Lemur Conservation Foundation

This month, we highlight volunteer Dave for the many ways he's helped the Lemur Conservation Foundation. As the roommate of an LCF staff member, it was inevitable that he would be coaxed into volunteering at some point. Over the years, Dave has filled several volunteer roles, always with enthusiasm and a smile: - providing helping... Continue Reading