The Black-and-white ruffed lemur is a species of lemur on the island of Madagascar. It belongs to the Lemuridae family and is a species of the genus Varecia. They are the largest kind of lemurs, with a body length of 60-65 cm and a weight of 3-4 kg. They have black and white hair and a ring of white hair on their necks, making them easy to identify.
The black-and-white collared lemur is an endemic species to Madagascar and is found in the tropical rainforests in the eastern and northern parts of the island. They are arboreal animals that feed mainly on fruits, leaves, flowers, bark and insects. The black-and-white collared lemur is a social animal that usually lives in groups of 10-16 individuals. It has a very rich communication behavior and language and is one of the representatives of the unique biodiversity on the island of Madagascar.
