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Senegal Bushbaby

Scientific name: Galago senegalensis


Senegal Bushbaby

IUCN Status: Least Concern

Family: GALAGIDAE

Group: Mammals

Shyness: Suspicious

Safe distance: 5 m

Breeding season / Courtship: N/A

Gestation: 110–120 jours

Births: N/A


Habitat:
forests, savannas, wooded areas

Description:
The Senegal Bushbaby, also known as the Senegal Galago, is a small nocturnal primate found primarily in the wooded regions and savannas of West and East Africa. It is easily recognizable by its large, round eyes adapted for night vision and its long hind legs that allow it to leap agilely from tree to tree. Its fur is soft and dense, usually gray or brownish, with a lighter belly. This primate is mainly insectivorous but also feeds on fruits and acacia gum. The galago is a social animal that communicates through high-pitched calls and uses its keen sense of smell to mark its territory.

Recommended lens:
>=400mm

Photography tips:
To photograph the Senegal Bushbaby, it is advisable to use a telephoto lens of at least 400mm to capture detailed images from a distance. Being a nocturnal animal, it is best photographed at dusk or dawn when the light is soft. Use a tripod to stabilize your camera and avoid motion blur. Be patient and discreet to avoid scaring the animal. The bushbaby's high-pitched calls can help you locate its position in the trees.

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