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Two ring-tailed lemurs with thick fur, yellow eyes, and ringed tails sit close together on a small wooden deck

October 22, 2022

Meet the Zoo’s Lemurs

Big bright eyes, bounding leaps and vivacious vocalizations—there’s no denying that lemurs are downright adorable! Every October, we celebrate World Lemur Day to raise awareness of these endangered primates from Madagascar. Meet our animal ambassadors—and learn how you can help their wild cousins—in...

Ring-tailed lemur Southside Johnny sits next to a hibiscus flower

October 28, 2021

Top Five Reasons to Leap Into World Lemur Day

We’re leaping for joy and celebrating World Lemur Day at Smithsonian’s National Zoo! This special holiday—which takes place the last Friday in October—is the perfect occasion for learning all about our lemur friends.

Collared lemur brothers Beemer (left) and Bentley (right).

September 03, 2021

Meet Bentley and Beemer, Our Collared Lemur Brothers

During your next visit to Smithsonian’s National Zoo, be on the lookout for two friendly new faces at Lemur Island! Three-year-old collared lemur brothers Bentley and Beemer made their debut at the end of July.