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Composition of lemur milk

D H Buss, R W Cooper, K Wallen

    Folia Primatologica; International Journal of Primatology
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    Lemur milk composition varies by species. Analysis of lemur milk (lipids, protein, lactose, ash) revealed distinct profiles, suggesting L. fulvus and L. macaco may not be the same species.

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    Area of Science:

    • Primate biology
    • Comparative biochemistry
    • Mammalian nutrition

    Background:

    • Understanding primate milk composition is crucial for evolutionary and ecological studies.
    • Lemur species exhibit diverse adaptations, yet their milk profiles remain largely uncharacterized.
    • Taxonomic classifications, particularly for closely related species like L. fulvus and L. macaco, require robust biological data.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the average milk composition of several lemur species.
    • To analyze the fatty acid and major mineral content of lemur milk.
    • To evaluate the taxonomic distinction between L. fulvus and L. macaco based on milk composition.

    Main Methods:

    • Collected and analyzed 8 milk samples from Lemur catta, L. fulvus, L. macaco, and a hybrid lemur.

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  • Quantified major milk components: lipids, protein, lactose, and ash.
  • Performed fatty acid and major mineral analysis.

    • Main Results:

    • Average milk composition (g/100 ml): 2.3% lipids, 2.7% protein, 6.4% lactose, and 0.35% ash.
    • Detailed fatty acid profiles and major mineral content were determined.
    • Significant differences in milk composition were observed, not supporting the classification of L. fulvus and L. macaco within the same species.

    Conclusions:

    • Lemur milk composition varies significantly across species.
    • The distinct milk profiles provide biochemical evidence supporting the separation of L. fulvus and L. macaco into different species.
    • This research contributes valuable data to lemur taxonomy and comparative milk analysis.