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- Publisher
- Karger
- Copyright
- © 2015 S. Karger AG, Basel
- ISSN
- 0015-5713
- eISSN
- 1421-9980
- DOI
- 10.1159/000369581
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Although Lemur catta persists in many habitat types in southern Madagascar, its ecology has been primarily studied within gallery forests. We compare plant food selection and properties for ring-tailed lemurs in the spiny and gallery forests over the synchronized lactation period (September to March) that includes both the dry and wet seasons. We found no significant habitat-specific differences in the type of plant part consumed per month (i.e. flower, fruit, leaf) or between the intake of soluble carbohydrates. However, the presence and use of Tamarindus indica plants appear to elevate protein and fiber intake in the gallery forest lemurs' diets. Protein is especially important for reproductive females who incur the added metabolic costs associated with lactation; however, fiber can disrupt protein digestion. Future work should continue to investigate how variations of protein and fiber affect ring-tailed lemur dietary choice and nutrient acquisition.
Journal
Folia Primatologica – Karger
Published: Jan 1, 2015
Keywords: Madagascar; Plant foods; Habitat types; Bezà Mahafaly Special Reserve; Tsimanampesotse National Park; Macronutrients; Plant chemistry