Daubentonia Madagascariensis Collection

Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) extracting beetle grubs from wood. Endemic to Madagascar. Photographed under controlled conditions at Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, Jersey, UK. captive

Aye-aye - Endangered Species 3MP39
TOM-1365 Aye-aye - Endangered Species Daubentonia madagascariensis Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Aye-aye, Daubentonia madagascariensis, on a tree

The aye-aye, recently added to the Zoological Society's collection, Regent's Park, 1862. Creator: Pearson
The aye-aye, recently added to the Zoological Society's collection, Regent's Park, 1862. The aye-aye (Cheiromys Madagascariensis)

Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) adult active and foraging in forest canopy at night. Deciduous forests, Daraina, northern Madagascar. Endangered endemic species

Adult Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) active in forest canopy at night. Dry deciduous forest near Andranotsimaty. Daraina, northern Madagascar. Critically Endangered

Close up of hand of Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) showing long distinctive long middle finger, Captive, Tsimbazaza Zoo, Madagascar

African wildlife, lithograph, published in 1897
African wildlife: 1) Gorilla; 2) Chimpanzee (Pan); 3) Mandrill (Mandrillus sphinx); 4) Giraffe; 5) Lesser kudu (Ammelaphus imberbis)

RF - Adult Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) active in forest canopy at night. Dry deciduous forest near Andranotsimaty. Daraina, northern Madagascar. Critically Endangered species

Aye Aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) at night, Palmarium, Atsinanana, Madagascar

Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) after emerging from its nest at dusk. Near Daraina, northern Madagascar

Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) looking down from branch in forest at night, Bekaraoka Forest, Madagascar. Endangered

Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) extracting beetle grubs from wood. Endemic to Madagascar. Photographed under controlled conditions at Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, Jersey, UK. captive

An Aye-aye at London Zoo, October 1913 (b / w photo)
1762493 An Aye-aye at London Zoo, October 1913 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Africa, Madagascar, Lake Ampitabe, Akanin ny nosy Reserve. An aye aye, a highly endangered nocturnal lemur eats a coconut

Aye-aye, (Daubentonia madagascariensis), Eastern Madagascar

Sequence of illustrations of nocturnal animals hands that are good for gripping. Tarsier, Loris, Aye-aye and Hoffmanns Two-toed sloth

Aye-aye, artwork C016 / 5614
Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis). This nocturnal lemur uses its long middle finger to dig grubs out of trees. Plate 256 b from the Richard Owen Drawings Collection held at the Natural History

Daubentonia madagascariensis, aye-aye
Watercolour by Joseph Wolf (1820-1899). Plate 256 b. from the Richard Owen Drawings Collection held at the Natural History Museum

Lemur, early 20th century

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The Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) is a fascinating and endangered species native to the beautiful island of Madagascar. With its unique appearance and intriguing behaviors, this creature captures the attention of wildlife enthusiasts worldwide. One captivating image showcases an adult Aye-aye actively foraging in the forest canopy at night. Its large eyes gleam with determination as it searches for beetle grubs hidden within wood. This nocturnal hunter relies on its long, distinctive fingers to extract these tasty treats from their hiding places. In another close-up shot, we get a glimpse of the Aye-aye's hand, which further highlights its extraordinary adaptations. These elongated digits are perfectly designed for reaching into crevices and extracting food – a testament to nature's ingenuity. Despite being active during nighttime hours, this remarkable primate can still be observed if you're lucky enough to spot one during your visit to Madagascar. One photograph shows an Aye-aye perched on a tree branch, looking down with curiosity and intrigue in Bekaraoka Forest. Sadly, due to habitat loss and hunting pressures, the Aye-aye population is under threat. Conservation efforts are crucial in ensuring their survival for future generations. The Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust in Jersey has taken steps towards protecting this species by creating controlled conditions where photographers captured stunning images of captive individuals extracting beetle grubs from wood. Let us cherish these glimpses into the world - a truly unique primate that reminds us of both nature's beauty and fragility. Together, we can work towards safeguarding their existence so that they may continue enchanting us with their presence amidst Madagascar's rich biodiversity.