Quick Facts
Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).
Best Months to Spot
Most sightings recorded in Oct, Nov. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.
Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.
The indri faces significant threats from habitat loss due to deforestation for agriculture and logging, as well as hunting. While conservation efforts are ongoing, including protected area management and community engagement, the population continues to decline. Responsible safari tourism plays a vital role by providing economic incentives for local communities to protect the indri's forest habitat and by raising awareness about the importance of lemur conservation.
The indri, also called the babakoto, is one of the largest living lemurs, with a head-body length of about 64–72 cm and a weight of between 6 and 9.5 kg. It has a black and white coat and maintains an upright posture when climbing or clinging. It is monogamous and lives in small family groups, moving through the canopy, and is herbivorous, feeding mainly on leaves but also seeds, fruits, and flowers. The groups are quite vocal, communicating with other groups by singing, roaring and other vocalisations.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Indri. Sightings recorded in 6 safari areas total.
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