Giant ground lemur (SciiFii)

The giant ground lemur (Pliosalemur giganteum) is a species of colossal lemur, most closely related to any members of the family Lemuridae, that originally did not exist, but has since been created by SciiFii and introduced throughout the subtropical and temperate regions of the forests and open woodlands in the island of Madagascar to help boost biodiversity. The giant ground lemur is the largest known species of lemur in earth's history, growing to be about 16 feet (4.8 meters) in length, including its short tail, and weighing about 3 tonnes (6,600 lbs), making it also one of the largest mammals capable of standing on its hind legs as well as among the largest primate species. As a species living in cooler climates, the giant ground lemur has a coat of brown fur with a white underbelly and tail, and a mostly black-colored head. The giant ground lemur is mostly a herbivore, feeding primarily on fruits, leaves, pine needles, nuts, and nectar, although it will occasionally feed on carrion of other animals to supplement its diet. The giant ground lemur is solitary throughout its life outside of breeding season, however it is known to live in small groups if given abundant food sources. The giant ground lemur has a gestation period of more than 11 months, giving birth to a single young during spring, which it cares for in around 3 and 4 years. The giant ground lemur becomes sexually mature at the age of 6 or 7 years, and the species is known to live around 30-40 years in the wild, although captive specimens have been known to live around 50 years if properly cared. The conservation status of the giant ground lemur is Endangered due to habitat loss and poaching, however, thanks to the conservationists, the giant ground lemur is a protected species.
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