What is it like to have a lemur as a pet… pros and cons?

Are they loud? Are they aggressive? Can you compare them to regular pets? How much are they like monkeys?

I have a ring-tailed lemur, and honestly, if I could go back, I probably wouldn’t have gotten her. But I’m committed to taking care of her. Females are dominant and can be aggressive; mine bit my husband once and took a chunk out of his ear. She’s calmed down with age, though. They can get into everything; think of a toddler who can climb. They’re usually quiet but have some calls. Ask away if you have more questions.

@Marley
When do they usually make noise?

Blaze said:
@Marley
When do they usually make noise?

I forgot to mention, diapers are a must. They’re also only legal in a few states like Texas, where I live. Transporting them across state lines is illegal.

@Marley
Texas has one of the biggest private lemur collections in the world in Aransas Pass. I worked there once and saw so many of them.

Blaze said:
@Marley
When do they usually make noise?

She doesn’t call out often. I sometimes mimic her sounds, and she responds back.

Marley said:

Blaze said:
@Marley
When do they usually make noise?

She doesn’t call out often. I sometimes mimic her sounds, and she responds back.

Would they randomly make loud noises if you didn’t interact with them?

@Blaze
No, that’s not an issue. There are other things to consider, though.

Marley said:
@Blaze
No, that’s not an issue. There are other things to consider, though.

Do they get along with other lemur species?

Blaze said:

Marley said:
@Blaze
No, that’s not an issue. There are other things to consider, though.

Do they get along with other lemur species?

Yes, they can get along with black-and-white ruffed lemurs and red ruffed ones.

First, check if owning one is legal where you live.

They’re a big responsibility and require a lot of care.

Emil said:
They’re a big responsibility and require a lot of care.

That’s true, but they can be affectionate. Ours lives in a big macaw cage indoors and also has an outdoor space.

Marley said:

Emil said:
They’re a big responsibility and require a lot of care.

That’s true, but they can be affectionate. Ours lives in a big macaw cage indoors and also has an outdoor space.

It depends on the animal. Some exotic pets are cuddly, while others are dangerous.

@Sky
Exactly.

Emil said:
They’re a big responsibility and require a lot of care.

‘Not to bash you’ but proceeds to criticize… classic.

Finley said:

Emil said:
They’re a big responsibility and require a lot of care.

‘Not to bash you’ but proceeds to criticize… classic.

Typical online argument, lol.

Emil said:
They’re a big responsibility and require a lot of care.

I couldn’t find much info about them as pets, so I came here to ask.

Blaze said:

Emil said:
They’re a big responsibility and require a lot of care.

I couldn’t find much info about them as pets, so I came here to ask.

We’ve had her for 11 years. We bought her from a vet who bred them. They can live up to 20 years in captivity, so keep that in mind.

@Marley
Do they tend to have a lot of health issues?