In some parts of the world, animals are going extinct before scientists can even name them. Such may be the case for mouse lemurs, the saucer-eyed, teacup-sized primates native to the African island ...

These charismatic primates are incredibly diverse — and disappearing. The brown mouse lemur (Microcebus rufus) is among the shortest-lived of all primates, with a lifespan of only about six to eight ...

DURHAM, N.C. -- Scientists have identified two new species of mouse lemur, the saucer-eyed, teacup-sized primates native to the African island of Madagascar. The new study brings the number of ...

DURHAM, N.C. -- The island nation of Madagascar conjures up images of lush rainforests, massive baobab trees, and a dizzying array of lemurs, chameleons and other unique wildlife in peril due to ...