Grey Slender Loris Latest News
Recently, Kerala and Tamil Nadu have begun efforts to restore habitats and strengthen monitoring of the grey slender loris.
About Grey Slender Loris
- The gray slender loris (Loris lydekkerianus ) is a species of primate in the family Loridae.
- They are prosimians—which means they are part of the oldest and most primitive group of primates
- Habitat: It is found in tropical primary and secondary rainforests, dry semi-deciduous forests, scrub, swamp, acacia, bamboo, edge, and montane cloud forest.
- Distribution: It is mainly found in southern India (mainly in Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu) and Sri Lanka.
Characteristics of Grey Slender Loris
- It is a nocturnal hunter.
- It has no tail, its flexible spine and long limbs help it cross the canopy with agility.
- It has opposable thumbs which allow it to cling motionless for long periods.
- It has large, forward-facing eyes with extraordinary night vision.
- Communication: Gray slender lorises communicate using vocalizations and scent marking.
- Diet: It is almost entirely insectivorous, and more than half of its diet is composed of ants and termites.
- Threats: Illegal pet trade, hunting for body parts and roadside captures.
Conservation Status of Grey Slender Loris
- IUCN Red List: Near threatened
- CITES: Appendix II
- Wildlife Protection Act, 1972: Schedule I
Source: DTE
Last updated on Sep, 2026
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