Slow Loris

Slow Loris

Say hello to the Pygmy Slow Loris, the tiny, tree-dwelling cousin of the standard slow loris. Weighing only about as much as a large apple, these miniature night-hunters are absolute masters of the forest canopy. While they love snacking on crunchy insects and sweet floral nectar, their absolute favorite treat is tree sap, which they scrape off bark using a specialized set of comb-like front teeth! Though they look like harmless, fluffy toys, they share the same hidden defense as their larger cousins: a secret venom used to protect themselves from danger. Sadly, their undeniable cuteness makes them a prime target for the illegal pet trade, making our conservation efforts here crucial to keeping these tiny forest spirits safe and wild.

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