Indri's in Madagascar

Information about Indri

Like all lemurs, indris (Indri indri) are endemic to the island of Madagascar. This large island’s unique geography makes it a vibrant tapestry of diverse climates and distinct environments. Indris make their homes in the lush tropical rainforests growing along this island’s eastern coast. They have long, dog-like muzzles sticking out from their flat faces. A pair of black tufted ears jut off the top of their heads around a patch of white fur on their crown. Big, round, forward-facing eyes pivot inside their sockets as though looking out at the world through a mask.

Interesting facts about Indri

Indris are the largest lemurs in the world.

Indris are herbivorous and eat a variety of plants and plant parts, including fruits, seeds, flowers, and sometimes bark.

Indris spend much of their life in the trees but are not strictly arboreal. They find their meals at every level of the canopy and at times descend to the forest floor.

Pictures of Indri

Highlights where the Indri can be seen

Diurnal Visit Kirindy

A visit to Kirindy Forest during the day offers a completely different but equally captivating experience. As the sun illuminates the dry deciduous forest, you’ll have the chance to encounter a variety of Madagascar’s unique wildlife, including the rare Verreaux's sifaka, red-fronted lemurs, and a host of colorful birds. The forest's distinct landscape, with its towering baobabs and dense vegetation, provides a stunning backdrop for exploring on foot. Daytime also offers better visibility for spotting the park’s reptiles, including chameleons and snakes, while the fossa, Madagascar’s largest predator, may occasionally be seen resting in the shade.

Visit Ranomafana National Park

Visit Ranomafana National Park: one of Madagascar’s most popular national parks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tropical rainforest features an array of rare and exotic fauna and flora. The park is home to twelve species of lemur, one of which is the critically endangered Golden Bamboo Lemur, discovered here only in 1986.

Our trips to spot the Indri

Information about Indri

Interesting facts about Indri

Indris are the largest lemurs in the world.

Indris are herbivorous and eat a variety of plants and plant parts, including fruits, seeds, flowers, and sometimes bark.

Indris spend much of their life in the trees but are not strictly arboreal. They find their meals at every level of the canopy and at times descend to the forest floor.