Lemurs: wildlife treasure, not for consumption nor to pet

Madagascar is a land rich in animals and plants that could not be found anywhere else but on the island. One of the distinctive aspects of Madagascar is the presence of 112 different species that represent 20% of the world's primates. Natural forests are their prime habitat, but deforestation is so extensive and rapid that only 10% remains. Although there is already a clear law prohibiting their capture as pets and for consumption, these activities continue to exist today. As a result, 95% of them are threatened with extinction, but many varieties of frugivorous lemurs play an important role in collecting male and female flowers to form fruits, which will be dispersed across their habitat to grow into large trees that will eventually combine to form a forest. Many studies have proven that lemurs have an important role and responsibility, as their presence in their natural habitat ensures the survival of the natural forest, which in turn ensures the survival of other species and humans. If humans do not realize that the resources provided by lemurs are the pillars of the forest, the ecosystem will collapse, which could lead to the extinction of a number of species. Thus, the celebration of International Lemur Day aims to raise awareness on the importance of lemurs.

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17/02/2022