Gray mouse lemurs are one of the smallest living primates. They are characterized by short limbs and large eyes. The head and body length is 12 to 14 cm and tail length of 13 to 14.5 cm. They have long, thin lower incisors and canines, making a dental comb used for grooming. They have a brownish-grey coat with reddish tones and a pale underside.
Average mass: 60 g.
Range length: 12 to 12 cm.
Other Physical Features: endothermic ; heterothermic ; bilateral symmetry
Sexual Dimorphism: sexes alike
Average mass: 64.8 g.
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Bibliographic Citation: Alvarado, D. 2000. "Microcebus murinus" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed April 27, 2013 at
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