red slender loris
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red slender loris
Loris tardigradus
The red slender loris is a small, cute primate with big eyes and a tiny body. They are very slow movers and love to eat insects and fruits in the trees.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The red slender loris has large, round, reddish-brown eyes and soft, dense fur that ranges from reddish-brown to dark rufous. Its body is slender with long, thin limbs, and it lacks a visible tail. It looks visually distinct with its bright red eyes contrasting its grey eye patches and a paler underside.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPrimatesFamilyLorisidaeGenusLoris
Category
MammalsRarity
Rare
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
During the day, they curl up tightly like a ball to sleep in tree hollows.
Red slender lorises use a special scent to mark their territory and talk to each other.
They can twist their heads almost 180 degrees to look behind them!
This loris has hardly any tail, just a tiny stub hidden in its fur!
Special abilities
Ability
Stealthy Hunter
Red slender lorises can move incredibly slowly and silently because of their specialized muscles, which helps them sneak up on unsuspecting prey.
Ability
Super Night Vision
Red slender lorises have huge eyes with a special reflective layer that helps them gather more light to see perfectly in the dark.
Ability
Amazing Grip
Red slender lorises have powerful grasping hands and feet with opposable thumbs that help them cling tightly to branches, even upside down.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 18-25 cm
- Weight
- 0.1-0.35 kg
- Lifespan
- 12-15 years
- Top Speed
- 2 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1-2
- Gestation
- 160-170 days
Diet & Feeding
These nimble night hunters munch on insects, fruits, and tiny animals found in their forest homes.
Primary Foods
- Crickets
- Grasshoppers
- Berries
- Leaves
- Bird eggs
- Small lizards
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
eaten by
Barn Owl
Tyto alba
A nocturnal bird of prey in its habitat.
eaten by
Spectacled Cobra
Naja naja
A snake that preys on small mammals and birds.
eats
African Field Cricket
Gryllus bimaculatus
A common insect that forms part of its diet.
shelters
Indian Almond Tree
Terminalia catappa
Uses its dense canopy for daytime rest.
shelters
Jackfruit Tree
Artocarpus heterophyllus
Provides refuge in its thick foliage.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
These animals are shy and should be admired from a distance. Never try to touch or catch one.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is red slender loris?
18-25 cm
How much does red slender loris weigh?
0.1-0.35 kg
How long does red slender loris live?
12-15 years
How fast can red slender loris move?
2 km/h
What does red slender loris eat?
These nimble night hunters munch on insects, fruits, and tiny animals found in their forest homes.
Where is red slender loris usually found?
Forests
How does red slender loris hunt?
Ambush
How many babies does red slender loris usually have?
1-2
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