Zoo & Aquarium

Zoo Coquerel's Sifaka Welfare and Conservation

Coquerel's sifakas are endangered Madagascan lemurs whose welfare in captivity requires specialist vertical space and social groupings that mirror forest living.

Key Facts

Coquerel's sifakas are endangered due to habitat loss in Madagascar
Vertical leaping locomotion requires tall enclosures with many vertical poles
Social groups typically consist of 2-6 individuals with complex hierarchy
Dietary needs include specific browse species and fruit
Only a small number held in accredited zoological facilities worldwide

Welfare Considerations

Inappropriate enclosure design that lacks sufficient vertical space causes locomotor frustration and stereotypic behaviour. Social isolation is a significant welfare concern for this highly social species. Specialist expertise is required for appropriate captive management.

What You Can Do

Support Madagascar biodiversity conservation to protect wild populations
Visit accredited facilities with specialist lemur expertise
Donate to Lemur Conservation Foundation Madagascar programmes
Advocate for high welfare standards in lemur conservation breeding