Although lemurs’ cute and cuddly appearance makes them easy to anthropomorphize, they’re wild animals with highly specialized physical and psychological needs.
![Lemur in temporary holding area at the Black Beauty Ranch](/sites/default/files/styles/360_max_width/public/2023-06/bbr-pr-transfer-lemur-608267.jpg?itok=Ug3y_7c5)
Many of the estimated 100 lemur species are endangered due to human-caused habitat loss and the illegal meat and pet trades, particularly the trade of ring-tailed lemurs, who are commonly found in roadside zoos and hands-on encounters. When lemurs are captured and sold, not only is their removal catastrophic to local lemur populations, but they experience extreme and ongoing distress.
![Lemurs at the Camino Zoologico in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, before they were removed and transported to Black Beauty Ranch](/sites/default/files/styles/360_max_width/public/2023-06/bbr-pr-transfer-lemur-607734.jpg?itok=DM5CUStq)
The smallest lemur species weighs just over 1 ounce and measures about 3.5 inches tall.
![Scared yellow dog left out in the rain and mud](/sites/default/files/styles/400x400/public/2021-12/dog-ms-rescue-24787.jpg?h=9b09fde4&itok=8ei1wwO3)
For every animal saved, countless others are still suffering. By stepping up for them, you can create a future where animals no longer have to suffer in puppy mills, factory farms, testing labs or other heartbreaking situations. Start saving lives today!