Facts about Indris

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   Indris possess a vestigial tail measuring only 1-2 centimeters, making them unique among Madagascar's lemurs which typically have much longer tails.

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   Infant indris remain dependent on their mothers for approximately 2 years before achieving full independence in Madagascar's rainforests.

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   Social groups of indris typically consist of 2 to 6 individuals living together as monogamous family units in the rainforests of northeastern Madagascar.

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   Indris have a specialized diet consisting almost exclusively of leaves, fruits, and seeds from about 24 plant species native to Madagascar's rainforests.

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   Indris have a distinctive black and white coloration with white underparts and black upper body fur, making them easily recognizable among Madagascar's lemur species.

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   Indris produce haunting, wailing calls that can be heard up to 2 kilometers away through the rainforest canopy to communicate with family groups.

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   The indri, Madagascar's largest living lemur, can leap up to 33 feet between trees using its powerful hind legs.

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