Thick-tailed Greater Galago
Otolemur crassicaudatus
Thick-tailed Greater Galago, an omnivore in African savannas and forest edges.
| Scientific name | Otolemur crassicaudatus |
|---|---|
| Swahili name | Kima-mkubwa-mkundu |
| Conservation status | Least Concern |
| Class | Mammalia |
| Order | Primates |
| Family | Galagidae |
| Size | Male: body length approximately 23-30 cm, tail length approximately 25-35 cm, weight about 0.5-0.7 kg; female: slightly smaller, weight about 0.4-0.6 kg |
How to identify
Thick and fluffy tail; large eyes adapted for nocturnal activity; grayish-brown to brown fur; large and sensitive ears; strong limbs suited for jumping
Habitat
Open woodland savanna, shrublands, forest edges, and valley areas
Diet
Omnivorous, mainly feeding on insects, fruits, tree gum, and nectar
When it is active
Nocturnal, active frequently at night
Where it lives
East African region, including Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and neighboring countries; common in the Maasai Mara region of Kenya
How to spot it
Use infrared lights or low-light photography equipment at night; remain quiet to avoid disturbance; observe jumping and foraging behaviors
Photography tips
Use a high-sensitivity camera combined with infrared lighting; capture moments of nocturnal activity and jumping; pay attention to natural background to highlight large eyes and tail features
Threats
Habitat destruction and deforestation; disturbance from human activities
Similar species
Small-tailed bushbaby (Otolemur garnettii), distinguished by a thinner tail and smaller body size; other members of the genus Otolemur differ in tail thickness and fur coloration
