Microcebus murinus

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:abilities problem-solving skills
gptkbp:activity_pattern crepuscular
gptkbp:adaptations high metabolic rate
large eyes for night vision
studied for social interactions
gptkbp:application used in neuroscience studies
gptkbp:behavior nocturnal
gptkbp:breeding_season September to December
gptkbp:captive_breeding part of conservation programs
gptkbp:class gptkb:Mammalia
gptkbp:climate_adaptation adapted to tropical climates
gptkbp:coloration grayish-brown fur
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Gray_mouse_lemur
gptkbp:communication vocalizations
gptkbp:conservation_efforts habitat protection initiatives
illegal pet trade
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
monitored by IUCN
gptkbp:cultural_significance studied in folklore
gptkbp:diet insectivorous
insects and fruits
gptkbp:ecological_role seed disperser
gptkbp:family gptkb:Lemuridae
gptkbp:foraging_behavior arboreal
gptkbp:fossil_record limited fossil evidence
gptkbp:genetic_diversity high within populations
gptkbp:genetic_studies used in genetic research
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Microcebus
related to other lemurs
gptkbp:gestation_period about 60 days
gptkbp:habitat tropical forests
gptkbp:habitat_preference dense vegetation
gptkbp:habitat_range eastern Madagascar
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Microcebus murinus
gptkbp:kingdom gptkb:Animalia
gptkbp:length about 23-27 cm
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years in the wild
gptkbp:mating_system promiscuous
gptkbp:movement leaping and climbing
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:Madagascar
gptkbp:nesting build nests in trees
gptkbp:order gptkb:Primates
gptkbp:phylum gptkb:Chordata
gptkbp:population_trend declining in some areas
gptkbp:predators birds of prey
gptkbp:reproduction seasonal breeders
usually 1-2 per litter
gptkbp:research_focus aging and longevity studies
gptkbp:research_importance model organism for aging studies
gptkbp:seed_dispersal about 2.5 billion base pairs
gptkbp:senses excellent night vision
gptkbp:size small
gptkbp:sleeping_habits sleep in tree hollows
polyphasic sleep
gptkbp:social_behavior grooming
gptkbp:social_learning observed in foraging
gptkbp:social_structure solitary or small groups
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with local flora
gptkbp:tail_length about 25-30 cm
gptkbp:territorial_behavior mark territory with scent
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:weight 60-100 grams
gptkbp:wildlife found in zoos worldwide
impacts population dynamics
high during the day
increased by habitat loss
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Cheirogaleinae
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6