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A sifaka (/ s ɪ ˈ f ɑː k ə /; Malagasy pronunciation: [ˈsifakə̥] ⓘ) is a lemur of the genus Propithecus from the family Indriidae within the order Primates. The name of their family is an onomatopoeia of their characteristic "shi-fak" alarm call. Like all lemurs, they are found only on the island of Madagascar.
Learn about Coquerel’s sifakas, delicate leaf-eaters from Madagascar that leap through the trees with their powerful back legs. Find out how to adopt a sifaka, watch videos, and see Zoboomafoo, the famous sifaka star.
Sifakas are lemurs that live in Madagascar and leap from tree to tree with their powerful hind legs. Learn about their coloring, diet, behavior, and threats from habitat loss and hunting.
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Sifakas are nine species of leaping arboreal lemurs with white or silvery fur and large ears. They live in different habitats of Madagascar and are related to avahi and indri.
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Learn about the Diademed sifaka, the largest and most colorful sifaka species, and its Critically Endangered status in Madagascar. Find out where to see these lemurs in the wild and how to support their conservation.
