Habitat Loss
Found in a small area of northern Madagascar—one of the most deforested regions in the world—the northern sportive lemur loses habitat and food sources as forests are cleared for agriculture, logging, and development.
Hunting
The lemur is hunted for meat and fur, and sometimes killed by farmers who view it as a pest.
Climate Change
Changing climate makes the habitat less suitable and increases vulnerability to disease and health problems.
These factors have driven the northern sportive lemur population to decline. It is now listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN.