Animal of the Week

The Aye-Aye.
Madagascar.

The World's Largest Nocturnal Primate, the Aye-Aye is one of the strangest looking creatures on the planet. The species is sometimes referred to as Madagascar’s answer to the woodpecker, due to its ability to detect and rip out grubs from hollow branches. Like other Malagasy lemurs the aye-aye is at risk from the destruction of its forest home for agriculture and development. Local superstitious beliefs have also played a role in its decline, as it is regarded as an evil omen in many areas and killed upon sight. Considered endangered.

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