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Family - Tarsiidae
(Tarsiers)

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There are many facts about the Tarsiidae. The Tarsiers are in the family of Tarsiidae. Their heads and bodies range up to 10 cm to 15 cm. But there hinds are twice as long; it grows up to 20cm to 25 cm. They have soft velvety fur, which is generally buff. They are also the only extant entirely carnivorous primates.  Last, the Tarsiidae have never formed successful breeding colonies in captivities, which may be because there special food requirements.

Author: Salman S
Published: 11/2012

 

 

 

 

 

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