White-footed_sportive_lemur
White-footed sportive lemur
Species of lemur
The white-footed sportive lemur, white-footed weasel lemur, or dry-bush weasel lemur[1] (Lepilemur leucopus) is a species of lemur in the family Lepilemuridae, the sportive lemurs. It is similar in appearance to other lemurs in the family, with a grey back, a pale grey to white ventral side, and a light brown tail.[4] It is a nocturnal animal that moves through the forest using a vertical clinging and leaping technique.[5] It is endemic to Madagascar, inhabiting the southern subtropical or tropical dry shrubland. It is threatened by habitat loss due to agriculture practices and charcoal production.[1]