Fat-tailed dwarf lemur (Cheirogaleus medius)

The fat-tailed dwarf lemur is endemic to Madagascar. It is the first tropical mammal and only primate in which hibernation has been demonstrated. However, the Malagasy winter is dry, and it appears that the lemur is avoiding the drought. It can hibernate for seven months. This species is nocturnal, with a diet of insects, other small animals, fruits and flowers.

photo credits: Joachim S. Müller , Frank Vassen, Petra Lahann