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University of Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive discussion on the taxonomy, morphology, range, habitat, and ecology of the Ring-tailed Lemur in this detailed factsheet that includes an extensive glossary of terms.
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National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Animals: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 3rd - 8th
National Geographic site engages users with colorful photos and extensive facts about Ring-Tailed Lemurs. Be sure to click on the video link to view a short clip on these fascinating animals.
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San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Kids: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students K - 1st
This San Diego Zoo resources gives the reader facts about the Ring-Tailed Lemur. Characteristics like diet, habitat and genetic makeup are shared.
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Oakland Zoo

Oakland Zoo: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 9th - 10th
Meet the ring-tailed lemur and discover fascinating facts and statistics. Learn about its physical characteristics, habitat, diet, behavior, breeding patterns, conservation, and more.
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University of Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Primate Research Center: Primate Info Net

For Students 9th - 10th
Information about primates, includes links to primate centers and organizations. Find out about the International Directory of Primatology. Click into "Resources on Primatology" and then "About the Primates" to get to primate-specific...
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Animal Fact Guide

Animal Fact Guide: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 3rd - 8th
Reference source on the Ring-tailed Lemur features information on its physical characteristics, habitat (with a distribution map), diet, breeding patterns, unique traits and behavior, conservation status, and tips on what you can do to...
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PBS

Nature: A Lemur's Tale

For Students 9th - 10th
From the acclaimed show from PBS, Nature, is this site that gives background information on "A Lemur's Tale," an installment from Nature. Read about lemurs, Madagascar, and find resources for further research.
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BBC

Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about ring-tailed lemurs.
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Denver Zoo

Denver Zoo: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 9th - 10th
The Denver Zoo provides an in-depth overview of the ring-tailed lemur highlighting its habitat, range, adaptations, diet, physical characteristics, and more.
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Other

San Francisco Zoo: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn fascinating facts about the habitat, behavior, physical characteristics, and diet of the ring-tailed lemur, and discover the threats that these animals face today.
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Encyclopedia of Life

Encyclopedia of Life: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Ring-tailed Lemurs (Lemur catta), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out more about the diurnal ring-tailed lemur by browsing this reference from the Brookfield Zoo. In addition to quick facts, this animal guide provides information on its appearance, social skills, communication, and living habits.
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Scientific American

Scientific American: A Promenade With Prosimians

For Students 9th - 10th
This article, published by Scientific American (September 2002), takes a look at the lemurs and their next of kin at the Duke Primate Center.
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Saint Louis Zoo

Saint Louis Zoo: Ring Tailed Lemur

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn animal facts about habitat, social groups, and conservation.