Photo: Anton Säckl. The European population of V. v. subsincta is not included in this EEP but run as a separate EEP population. About Black and White Ruffed Lemur. Today is Threatened Species Day The most threatened species at Reid Park Zoo is the black-and-white ruffed lemur, who is critically endangered. A black-and-white ruffed lemur sunbathing in the outdoor enclosure at the DPZ. Black and white ruffed lemurs, like many lemur species, use their long tails to help them balance. The subspecies were reassessed by IUCN in 2013 and moved from endangered to critically endangered. The park’s newest arrivals are resident black and white ruffed lemurs, Antana, Kamora and Dahlia. Black-and-white ruffed lemurs mainly live in trees and are therefore excellent climbers. Black and white lemur singing, Madagascar. Black-and-white-ruffed lemurs are diurnal, meaning they are most active during the day. Ruffed lemurs have the second loudest call of all primates. Don't underestimate the importance of play! Here at the park, we have to keep their sweet tooth in check, meaning Black and white ruffed lemurs are tree dwellers found in the wet evergreen forest on the eastern coast of Madagascar. Habitat. These lemurs are often considered the most beautiful species in its family. Black-and-white ruffed lemurs communicate with each other through loud calls. Black and white ruffed lemurs are really good at spreading pollen, like bees! Black and White Ruffed Lemurs (Varecia variegata sp.) Groups vary in size from two to 16 members, and these members can frequently change groups. Out of nearly 100 different types of lemurs, only two are ruffed, the black-and-white and the red. Wildlife Wonderland INC. 10,767 views The animals are active in the field both during the day and at twilight. Fun facts about black and white ruffed lemurs. Vocalizations and scent-marking are known methods of communication for these social primates. Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. With the exception of the aptly named howler monkey, black-and-white ruffed lemurs have the loudest call of all primates. Coming from Madagascar, these lemurs hold the title of ‘world’s largest pollinator’, down in part to their love of all things sweet! Animal’s Behavior Black-and-white ruffed lemurs (Varecia variegata variegata) are important seed-dispersers, ingesting seeds and then depositing them as waste in other areas.Eating Habits Lemurs are frugivores, also eating leaves, seeds, and nectar. Population estimates of the black and white ruffed lemur, Varecia variegata, and the diademed sifaka, Propithecus diadema, were particularly small. are amongst the world’s most threatened animal species. 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