Synthesis of the silky sifaka’s distribution (Propithecus candidus)
Keywords:
silky sifaka, Propithecus, candidus, vitiligoAbstract
In this paper I 1) review the population abundance and distribution of Propithecus candidus, 2) comment on Rabearivony et al. (2015) and Rasolofoson et al. (2007) regarding P. candidus elevational range, distribution, and lack of occurrence in the pet trade.
Résumé
Dans cette contribution je (1) reprends l’abondance et la distribution de la population de Propithecus candidus, et (2) commente les contributions de Rabearivony et al. (2015) et de Rasolofoson et al. (2007) à propos de l’aire de répartition et de la distribution altitudinale de P. candidus, ainsi que de son absence dans le commerce des animaux domestiques.
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