Duke Lemur Center, Animal sanctuary in Durham, United States.
The Duke Lemur Center spans across multiple buildings designed for low energy consumption, providing specialized habitats for over 200 lemurs from 13 different species.
John Buettner-Janusch established the center in 1966 by relocating a colony of 90 prosimian primates from Yale University to Duke University's campus.
The center gained national recognition through the children's television show Zoboomafoo, which filmed episodes using a dedicated animal sound stage.
Visitors can observe lemurs in their habitats through guided tours, which require advance reservations and operate according to specific scheduling protocols.
The facility conducts a reintroduction program in Madagascar's Betampona Natural Reserve, marking the first initiative to return prosimian primates to their native island.
Location: Durham
Inception: 1966
Founders: John Buettner-Janusch
Website: https://lemur.duke.edu/
Website: https://lemur.duke.edu
GPS coordinates: 35.99490,-78.96040
Latest update: April 2, 2025 16:30
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