The Golden Bamboo Lemur (Hapalemur aureus) was only discovered in 1986, by primatologist Dr Patricia White in what is now the Ranomafana National Park.  This discovery led to the opening of this national park in 1991 - a place which we can take you in search of them on our private Madagascar Highlands & Rainforest to Coast overland journeys. 

A population of Golden Bamboo Lemurs was also discovered in the Andringitra National Park in 1993. This 77,000 acre reserve incorporates Madagascar's second highest peak, Imarivolantira, which reaches 2,658 metres (8,720 ft). The eastern flank of this granite massif captures the eastern trade winds to create conditions suitable for rainforest.

Golden Bamboo Lemurs are Critically Endangered, with an estimated 1,000 left in existence. They are only known to survive at the Ranomafana and Andringitra National Park; and possibly within a corridor of forest in between. Their numbers have reached this low point as a result of habitat loss through slash and burn farming; harvesting of bamboo for use in buildings and baskets; as well as hunting for food. 

For more information about Bamboo Lemurs in general, please click HERE.