Aye-aye

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The Aye-aye is the sole living member of the family Daubentoniidae. They are found only in Madagascar and are the largest nocturnal primate. Like many primates today, their survival is threatened by loss of habitat and human predation.


Physical Characteristics

Habitat

Diet

The middle fingers of Aye-aye are especially long. They use this elongated digit to forage for food. Aye-ayes eat mainly larvae, nuts, and fiberous fruits such as coconuts and mangoes.

Reproduction

Aye-ayes become sexally reproductive around 2-3 years old.

Classification

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