Bushbabies (Galagidae)

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Bushbabies

(Galagidae)

Class Mammalia

Order Primates

Family Galagidae


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Relatively small mammals with a long, often bushy tail; fur coloration varies from gray to black dorsally and from white to orange-buff ventrally; eyes large and oriented obliquely forwards; ears membranous and moderate to large; hindlimbs markedly longer than forelimbs; all digits of the hand and foot bear nails

Size
Relatively small body size, ranging from Demidoff's bushbaby (head and body length: 5 in [13 cm]; tail length: 7 in [18 cm]); body mass: males 2.5 oz [65 g]; females 2 oz [55 g]) to the Brown greater bushbaby (head and body length: 12.5 in [31.5 cm]; tail length: 16.5 in [41 cm]; body mass: males 2 1b 10 oz [1,190 g]; females 2 1b 7 oz [1,110 g])

Number of genera, species
4 genera; 20 species

Habitat
Inhabit a wide spectrum of forest and woodland types, from dry, thorny scrub to evergreen tropical rainforest

Conservation status
Endangered: 1 species; Lower Risk/Near Threatened: 6 species; Data Deficient: 2 species

Distribution
Widespread occurrence throughout Africa

Evolution and systematics

For several decades, all bushbaby (or galago) species were generally allocated to the single genus Galago, but it was eventually recognized that there are major differences between the species and up to 4 different genera are now recognized (Euoticus, Galago, Galagoides, and Otolemur). Molecular evidence indicates that divergence between these four genera took place at a very early stage, although the relationships between them have not been clearly established.

Together with the lorises (subfamily Lorisinae) and pottos (subfamily Perodictinae) in the family Lorisidae, the bush-babies constitute the monophyletic infraorder Lorisiformes, which is the sister group of the Lemuriformes (Malagasy lemurs). The Lorisiformes and the Lemuriformes together form a monophyletic assemblage of strepsirrhine primates, which are characterized by retention of the rhinarium (a moist area of naked skin surrounding the nostrils), by non-invasive epitheliochorial placentation and by possession of a tooth-comb containing four incisors and two canines in the lower jaw as a derived, diagnostic feature. The bushbabies (family Galagidae) almost certainly belong to a monophyletic assemblage, but the relationships between bushbabies, lorises and pottos remain unclear.

For many years, the fossil record for bushbabies was limited to two early Miocene genera from East Africa (Komba and Progalago). These Miocene forms have now been supplemented by isolated teeth from late Eocene deposits in Egypt, showing resemblances to modern bushbabies and allocated to the genus Saharagalago. Thus, fossil evidence indicates that the families Lorisidae and Galagidae have existed as separate lineages for at least 38 million years.

It was proposed, on technical grounds of priority, that the family name "Galagidae" be changed to "Galagonidae." Because the usual name "Galagidae" has been in widespread use for a very long time, however, the International Committee on Zoological Nomenclature retained the name officially.

Physical characteristics

Bushbabies are relatively small mammals. The tail, which is often bushy, is always long in comparison to the body and

is actively used in locomotion. According to species, fur coloration ranges from gray to black dorsally and from white to orange-buff ventrally. The eyes are relatively large and oriented obliquely forwards. The ears, which are membranous and moderate to large in size, can be folded concertina-fashion. In the skull, there is a bony strut (postorbital bar) on the outer margin of the eye socket. The dental formula is (I2/2 C1/1 P3/3 M3/3) 2 36 total teeth. In the lower jaw, the crowns of the four incisors (two on each side) and

the two canines (one on each side) are angled forwards to form a dental comb that is used both for feeding and for grooming the fur. The hindlimbs are markedly longer than the forelimbs. All digits of the hand and foot bear nails, although the second toe bears an elongated nail ("grooming claw") that is angled away from the dorsal surface. Mild sexual dimorphism in body size is present in some bushbabies but absent in others.

Distribution

Bushbabies occur exclusively in Africa, but have a very wide distribution on that continent.

Habitat

Bushbabies are found in a wide variety of habitats, ranging from dry, thorny scrub to evergreen tropical rainforests. There is a fairly clear separation between species that occur in evergreen rainforests and those that live in dry deciduous forests.

Behavior

All bushbabies are typically arboreal and nocturnal. They have a reflecting layer (tapetum lucidum) behind the retina. It has been shown for the thick-tailed bushbaby (Otolemur crassicaudatus) that flat crystals of riboflavin are responsible for the reflecting properties of the tapetum and the resulting golden yellow eyeshine. Although all bushbaby species have relatively long hindlimbs, with conspicuous elongation of the calcaneum and navicular in the ankle region, there is considerable variation in their patterns of locomotion. Most species are active leapers, but only some of them are specialized vertical-clingers and leapers that can jump several meters between supports and show bipedal hopping along broad horizontal branches and on the ground (e.g., Galago alleni and Galago moholi). Many species are primarily quadrupedal (e.g., Galagoides demidoff and Otolemur garnettii), and some (e.g., Otolemur crassicaudatus) leap relatively rarely. All species show scent marking of some kind and most if not all show the unusual pattern of "urine washing" in which the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet are impregnated with urine, such that urine traces are deposited on the substrate during locomotion. Although most of them are solitary foragers, all bushbabies live in social networks of some

kind, involving occasional encounters within overlapping ranges of adult males and females and sharing of nest sites during the daytime. Species differ in features such as the number of individuals in a social network, the amount of contact shown during nocturnal activity, the degree of tolerance among adults and subadults of the same sex, and the stability of nesting groups.

Feeding ecology and diet

The basic diet of most bushbaby species is a mixture of fruit and arthropods (mainly insects), although small vertebrates, eggs, gum and other items may also be eaten. The proportions of arthropods and fruits in the diet vary from species to species. Small-bodied species tend to be more insectivorous, while large-bodied species tend to be more frugivorous. Some bushbaby species include quite large amounts of gum in their diets, and the needle-clawed bushbabies (e.g., Euoticus species) are specialized gum-feeders, feeding predominantly on that resource.

Reproductive biology

Bushbabies are polygynous. Most species give birth to a single infant, but some regularly produce twins, and triplets can also occur. All species have non-invasive epitheliochorial placentation. Average gestation period lasts between 112 and 136 days according to species. All species show maternal carriage of the infant(s), usually in the mouth but in certain cases (e.g., Otolemur crassicaudatus) also clinging to the mother's fur.

Conservation status

Most species are thought to be relatively common. One species is endangered (Galago rondoensis) and six are Near Threatened (Euoticus elegantulus, Euoticus pallidus, Galago alleni, Galago gallarum, Galago matschiei, and Galago zanzibaricus). Two species are listed as Data Deficient (Galago granti and Galago orinus).

Significance to humans

Bushbabies seem to be of no real significance to local human populations, although the larger-bodied species may occasionally be eaten.

Species accounts

List of Species

Southern needle-clawed bushbaby
Gabon Allen's bushbaby
Moholi bushbaby
Senegal bushbaby
Zanzibar bushbaby
Demidoff's bushbaby
Brown greater bushbaby
Northern greater bushbaby

Southern needle-clawed bushbaby

Euoticus elegantulus

subfamily

Galaginae

taxonomy

Euoticus elegantulus (Le Conte, 1857), West Africa. In many former classifications, this species included the northern needle-clawed bushbaby as a subspecies, but that form is now recognized as the separate species Euoticus pallidus.

other common names

French: Galago élégant; German: Südlicher Kielnagelgalago; Spanish: Abolí, galago elegante.

physical characteristics

Fur bright rufous brown dorsally and gray-white ventrally. Mandibular tooth comb notably elongated relative to other teeth. Nails on fingers and toes are strongly keeled and bear sharp tips ("needle-claws"). Head and body length: 8.6 in (21.5 cm); tail length: 12 in (29.5 cm). Body mass: males 10 oz (285 g); females 9 oz (260 g).

distribution

Equatorial West Africa: Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Congo-Brazzaville, and Cameroon.

habitat

Primary and secondary evergreen tropical rainforest.

behavior

Nocturnal and fully arboreal. A primarily quadrupedal active leaper.

feeding ecology and diet

This bushbaby is a specialized gum-feeder and its "needle claws" are typically used for clinging to broad trunk surfaces while collecting gum. In addition to gum, it eats a certain quantity of arthropods (mainly insects). Solitary foraging is the rule, but little is known about the social organization of this species.

reproductive biology

Polygynous. Typically gives birth to a single infant. Infants are carried both on the mother's fur and in her mouth. Breeds throughout the year in Gabon. Gestation period unknown.

conservation status

Listed as Near Threatened.

significance to humans

None known.


Gabon Allen's bushbaby

Galago gabonensis

subfamily

Galaginae

taxonomy

Galago gabonensis Gray, 1863. Originally included in the species Galago alleni, which is now restricted to the form found on Bioko Island.

other common names

French: Galago d'Allen gabonais; German: Buschwaldgalago; Spanish: Gálago de Allen.

physical characteristics

Fur gingery brown dorsally and pale gray with a yellow tone ventrally. Limbs bright orange. Overall light coloration is distinctive. Head and body length: 8.5 in (21.5 cm); tail length: 10 in (24.5 cm). Body mass: males 10 oz (280 g); females 9.5 oz (270 g).

distribution

Cameroon, Río Muni, Gabon, and Congo Republic.

habitat

Evergreen tropical rainforests.

behavior

Nocturnal and primarily arboreal, but preferentially occupies the forest understorey and frequently descends to ground to feed. Specialized vertical-clinger-and-leaper. Forages solitarily, but adult males and females form social networks through occasional contacts by night in overlapping ranges and sharing of nests by day. Adult males are notably aggressive in their interactions.

feeding ecology and diet

Feeds primarily on fallen fruit, with a complement of arthropods (mainly insects).

reproductive biology

Polygynous. Typically gives birth to a single infant. Breeds throughout the year in Gabon. Gestation period 135 days.

conservation status

Relatively common and not immediately threatened.

significance to humans

None known.


Moholi bushbaby

Galago moholi

subfamily

Galaginae

taxonomy

Galago moholi A. Smith, 1836, Marico-Limpopo confluence, west Transvaal, South Africa. Originally included within the larger-bodied species Galago senegalensis, but now recognized as a distinct species.

other common names

English: Southern lesser bushbaby; French: Galago de Moholi; German: Moholigalago.

physical characteristics

Fur typically gray dorsally and white with a distinct yellowish tinge ventrally. Eyes surrounded by thick, dark eye-rings separated by a pale nasal stripe. Head and body length: 6 in (15 cm); tail length: 9 in (22.5 cm). Body mass: males 7.5 oz (210 g); females 6.5 oz (190 g).

distribution

Southern Africa in northern Namibia and Botswana, Angola, southwestern Tanzania, northern Mozambique and South Africa down to Kwazulu-Natal.

habitat

Deciduous woodland and wooded savanna, including thorny scrub vegetation.

behavior

Nocturnal and essentially arboreal, occasionally descending to the ground while foraging. Specialized vertical-clinger-andleaper. Hops along bipedally when on the ground. Foraging is typically solitary, but adult males and females form social networks based on occasional contacts in overlapping ranges during the night and variable sharing of nests during the daytime. Prime adult males are tolerant to other males and show extensive range overlap with them. This is reflected in the variable paternity of offspring born in a social network.

feeding ecology and diet

Feeds primarily on gum and arthropods (predominantly insects).

reproductive biology

Polygynous. Typically gives birth to twins. Gestation period 124 days. Two clear birth peaks per year, separated by 4 months.

conservation status

Relatively common and not immediately threatened.

significance to humans

None known.


Senegal bushbaby

Galago senegalensis

subfamily

Galaginae

taxonomy

Galago senegalensis E. Geoffroy, 1796, Senegal. Originally included the Moholi bushbaby, which is now recognized as a separate species (Galago moholi).

other common names

English: Northern lesser bushbaby; French: Galago du Sénégal; German: Senegalgalago.

physical characteristics

Fur almost pure gray dorsally and yellowish white ventrally. Eyes surrounded by thick, dark eye-rings separated by a pale nasal stripe. Head and body length: 6.5 in (16.5 cm); tail length: 10.5 in (26 cm). Body mass: males 11 oz (315 g); females 9 oz (250 g).

distribution

Range extends from Senegal in the west across to northern Somalia in the east and southward in East Africa to the southern limit of Tanzania.

habitat

Deciduous woodland savanna and open woodlands.

behavior

Nocturnal and essentially arboreal, occasionally descending to the ground while foraging. Specialized vertical-clinger-and-leaper. Little studied in the wild, so the social system is unknown.

feeding ecology and diet

Feeds primarily on gum and arthropods (mainly insects). May eat some fruit as well.

reproductive biology

Polygynous. Single births are typical, although twins are born occasionally. Gestation period 142 days. Two clear birth peaks per year, separated by 4 months.

conservation status

Relatively common and not immediately threatened.

significance to humans

None known.


Zanzibar bushbaby

Galagoides zanzibaricus

subfamily

Galaginae

taxonomy

Galago zanzibaricus, (Matschie, 1893), Yamhiani, Zanzibar, Tanzania. Long regarded as a subspecies of the considerably larger-bodied Galago senegalensis but now recognized as a distinct species. Two subspecies are recognized.

other common names

French: Galago de Zanzibar; German: Zanzibargalago.

physical characteristics

Fur brown dorsally and pale brown ventrally. Yellowish tinge on cheeks and throat. Thick black eye rings present and separated by a long, thick white stripe extending up the snout from the rhinarium to the forehead. Head and body length: 6 in (15 cm); tail length: 8.5 in (21 cm). Body mass: males 5.5 oz (150 g); females 5 oz (135 g).

distribution

Occurs in coastal and low-lying mountain-flank forests of East Africa, from southern Somalia to central Tanzania, and on the island of Zanzibar.

habitat

Evergreen tropical rainforests.

behavior

Nocturnal and fully arboreal. Locomotion predominantly quadrupedal. Each adult male shares a range with one or two adult females, with which stable sleeping groups are formed.

feeding ecology and diet

Diet consists essentially of fruit and arthropods (mainly insects).

reproductive biology

Polygynous. Predominantly single births, although twins also occur. Gestation period 124 days. Two clear birth peaks per year, separated by 5 months.

conservation status

Listed as Near Threatened.

significance to humans

None known.


Demidoff's bushbaby

Galagoides demidoff

subfamily

Galaginae

taxonomy

Galagoides demidoff (G. Fischer, 1806), Senegal. Galagoides demidoff was long confused with the partially sympatric, larger-bodied Galagoides thomasi.

other common names

English: Dwarf bushbaby; French: Galago de Demidoff; German: Zwerggalago.

physical characteristics

This is the smallest bushbaby species. Fur rufous to reddish-brown dorsally and yellow ventrally. Head narrow; muzzle pointed and upturned. Prominent yellow nasal stripe present. Dark rings surrounding eyes only moderately to weakly apparent. Head and body length: 5 in (13 cm); tail length: 7 in (18 cm). Body mass: males 2.5 oz (65 g); females 2 oz (55 g).

distribution

Equatorial regions of West and Central Africa, extending into East Africa as far as the western shore of Lake Victoria in Uganda and the Uluguru Mountains in Tanzania.

habitat

Evergreen tropical forest, both primary and secondary, including marshy areas and riverine forest. Preferentially active in dense undergrowth below 16.4 ft (5 m).

behavior

Nocturnal and fully arboreal. Locomotion predominantly quadrupedal. Adult males and females typically forage solitarily but form social networks based on occasional contact during the night in overlapping ranges and on sharing of nests during the daytime. Subordinate adult males and subadults are tolerated to some extent by prime adult males.

feeding ecology and diet

Feeds primarily on arthropods (mainly insects) and fruits, but also consumes some gum.

reproductive biology

Polygynous. Typically gives birth to a single infant. Gestation period about 112 days.

conservation status

Relatively common and not immediately threatened.

significance to humans

None known.


Brown greater bushbaby

Otolemur crassicaudatus

subfamily

Galaginae

taxonomy

Otolemur crassicaudatus (É. Geoffroy, 1812), Quelimane, Mozambique. Greater bushbabies were formerly included in the genus Galago in many classifications, but the separate genus Otolemur has been recognized for these large-bodied forms. The Northern greater bushbaby was previously included as a subspecies of Otolemur crassicaudatus, but is now recognized as a separate species (Otolemur garnettii), as is the silvery greater bushbaby Otolemur monteiri. Two subspecies can be recognized for the brown greater bushbaby species remaining after these removals.

other common names

English: Thick-tailed bushbaby; French: Galago à queue touffue; German: grosser Riesengalago.

physical characteristics

Largest-bodied bushbaby species. Fur buffy gray to brown dorsaly and creamy white to creamy yellow ventrally. Head and body length: 12.5 in (31.5 cm); tail length: 16.5 in (41 cm). Body mass: males 2 1b 10 oz (1,190 g); females 2 1b 7 oz (1,110 g).

distribution

Occurs south of the Zaïre Basin in South Africa, Mozambique, Malawi and Zimbabwe.

habitat

Found in a wide range of habitats including tropical and subtropical forests, riverine and coastal forests and woodland/savanna.

behavior

Nocturnal and fully arboreal. Locomotion predominantly quadrupedal running and climbing. Adult males and females typically feed alone but form social networks based on overlap-ping ranges and sharing of nests.

feeding ecology and diet

Feeds predominantly on fruits and arthropods (mainly insects), but also includes some gum in the diet.

reproductive biology

Polygynous. Typically gives birth to twins or triplets. Gestation period 136 days. Infants are carried both on the mother's fur and in her mouth.

conservation status

Relatively common and not immediately threatened.

significance to humans

None known.


Northern greater bushbaby

Otolemur garnettii

subfamily

Galaginae

taxonomy

Otolemur garnettii (Ogilby, 1838), Zanzibar. Formerly included in the genus Galago, but now allocated to the separate genus Otolemur. Previously included as a subspecies of Otolemur crassicaudatus. Four subspecies can be recognized for Otolemur garnettii.

other common names

English: Garnett's bushbaby; French: Galago de Garnett; German: Garnettgalago.

physical characteristics

Fur reddish-to grayish brown dorsally and paler but of variable coloration ventrally. No facial markings present. Head and body length: 10.5 in (26.5 cm); tail length: 14.5 in (36.5 cm). Body mass: males 1 lb 12 oz (795 g); females 1 lb 10 oz (735 g).

distribution

Range extends down the coast region of East Africa from the Juba River in Somalia through Kenya to the Ruvuma River in Tanzania, probably extending westward into Mozambique. Also occurs on the islands of Pemba, Zanzibar and Mafia.

habitat

Confined to coastal, riverine and highland forests. Not found in woodland savanna.

behavior

Nocturnal and fully arboreal. Locomotion predominantly quadrupedal running and climbing, but also includes bipedal hopping. Usually feed alone at night, but individual adult males and females live in social networks based on overlapping ranges and sharing of nests. Prime adult males tolerate subordinate males within their ranges.

feeding ecology and diet

Feeds primarily on fruits and arthropods (mainly insects).

reproductive biology

Polygynous. Typically gives birth to singletons or twins. Gestation period 132 days. Infants are carried only in the mother's mouth.

conservation status

Relatively common and not immediately threatened.

significance to humans

None known.

Common name/Scientific name/Other common namesPhysical charecteristicsHabitat and BehaviorDistributionDietConservation status
Northern needle-clawed bushbaby Euoticus pallidusFur reddish brown to reddish gray dorsally and yellow-white to gray-white ventrally. Head and body length: 7 in (18 cm); tail length: 11.5 in (29 cm). Body mass unknown.Little studied in the wild. Probably similar to Euoticus elegantulus.Bioko Island, Nigeria, and Cameroon.No field data available. Probably a specialized gum-feeder like Euoticus elegantulus.Lower Risk/Near Threatened
Bioko Allen's bushbaby Galago alleni French: Galago de lîle BiokoFur very dark gray (possibly with a red tinge) dorsally and white or gray-white ventrally. Head and body length: 10 in (24 cm); tail length: 10 in (26 cm). Body mass unknown.No field data available. Probably similar to Galago gabonensis.Bioko Island.No data available from the wild. Probably similar to Galago gabonensis, concentrating on fallen fruit, supplemented by arthropods.Lower Risk/Near Threatened
Cross River Allen's bushbaby Galago cameronensisFur dark gray-brown dorsally and gray ventrally. Head and body length: 7 in (18 cm); tail length: 10 in (25 cm). Body mass unknown.No field data available. Probably similar to Galago gabonensis.Northwestern Cameroon and southeastern Nigeria.No data available from the wild. Probably similar to Galago gabonensis, concentrating on fallen fruit, supplemented by arthropods.Not threatened
Somali bushbaby Galago gallarum French: Galago de Somalie; German: SomaligalagoFur buff to sandy brown dorsally and white to light gray ventrally. Head and body length: 7 in (17 cm); tail length: 10 in (25 cm). Body mass recorded for a single male: 7 oz (200 g).Inhabits semi-arid deciduous woodland. Exhibits vertical clinging and leaping in the trees and bipedal hopping on the ground.Range lies between the Ethiopian Rift Valley and the Webi Shebeyli River to the north and the Tana River and the Somali coastal zone to the south.Limited data indicate a mixed diet of fruit and arthropods.Lower Risk/Near Threatened
Grant's bushbaby Galago granti French: Galago de Grant; German: GrantgalagoFur gray with reddish tinge dorsally and yellowish white ventrally. Head and body length: 6 in (15 cm); tail length: 9 in (23 cm). Body mass unknown.No field data available.From southern Tanzania to southern Mozambique.No field data available.Data Deficient
Dusky bushbaby Galago matschiei English: Matschie's bushbaby, spectacled bushbaby; French: Galago de Matschie; German: MatschiegalagoFur dark brown dorsally and yellowish brown ventrally. Head and body length: 6.5 in (16.5 cm); tail length: 10 in (25.5 cm). Conspicuous dark rings around eyes. Nails keeled and pointed. Body mass: males and females 7.5 oz (205 g).Inhabits evergreen tropical rainforest. Little studied in the wild.Kivu region of eastern Zaire and western Uganda.Mixed diet of fruit, arthropods (mainly insects), and gum. Pointed nails suggest that this species may be a specialized gum-feeder.Lower Risk/Near Threatened
Malawi bushbaby Galago nyasae French: Galago de Malawi; German: MalawigalagoFur brownish gray dorsally and gray-white ventrally. No information available for bodily dimensions or body mass.No field data available.Malawi and Mozambique.No field data available.Not threatened
Uluguru bushbaby Galago orinusFur reddish gray dorsally and yellow ventrally. Head and body length: 5 in (12.5 cm); tail length: 7 in (17 cm). Body mass unknown.No field data available.Montane areas of Tanzania.No field data available.Data Deficient
Common name/Scientific name/Other common namesPhysical charecteristicsHabitat and BehaviorDistributionDietConservation status
Rondo bushbaby Galago rondoensis French: Galago de Rondo; German: RondogalagoFur medium brown dorsally and pale yellow ventrally. This is a very small bushbaby with a relatively long tail, but no information is available for bodily dimensions or body mass.No field data available.Lowland forests in southeastern Tanzania.No field data available.Endangered
Uzungwa bushbaby Galago udzungwensis French: Galago de Uzungwa; German: UzungwagalagoFur gray-brown dorsally and yellowishbuff ventrally. No information is available for bodily dimensions or body mass.No field data available.Lowland forests in sourthern Tanzania.No field data available.Not threatened
Thomas's bushbaby Galagoides thomasi French: Galago de ThomasFur ashy gray-brown dorsally and pale gray ventrally. Dark rings around eyes. Head and body length: 6 in (14.5 cm); tail length: 10.5 in (26 cm). Body mass: males 3 oz (80 g); females 2.5 oz (70 g).Primary evergreen rainforest. No field data on behavior available.Disjunct distribution in montane and highland regions of Gabon, Cameroon, Angola, Zaire, and southwestern Uganda.No field data available.Not threatened
Silvery greater bushbaby Otolemur monteiri French: Galago argentéFur pale silvery gray-white dorsally and creamy yellow ventrally. No data available for bodily dimensions or body mass.No field data available. Probably comparable to Otolemur crassicaudatus.Trans-African woodland the wild. Probably resembles Otolemur crassicaudatus in eating mainly fruits supplemented by arthropods.No data available from the wild. Probably resembles Otolemur crassicaudatus in eating mainly fruits supplemented by arthropods.Not threatened

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