Home > Animals > Mammals > Daubentoniidae > Aye-aye
Close up of hand of Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) showing long distinctive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Nature Picture Library
Close up of hand of Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) showing long distinctive
Close up of hand of Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) showing long distinctive long middle finger, Captive, Tsimbazaza Zoo, Madagascar
Nature Picture Library offers the best nature photographs from the world's finest photographers
naturepl.com / : Mark Carwardine
Media ID 18061050
© www.naturepl.com
Aye Aye Daubentonia Madagascariensis Endangered Lemurs Madagascar Nocturnal Primates Digits
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Daubentoniidae
> Aye-aye
> Animals
> Mammals
> Hippopotamidae
> Madagascariensis
> Animals
> Mammals
> Primates
> Nature Picture Library
> Popular Themes
> Weird and Ugly Creatures
Talk to the Hand! Aye-aye's Extraordinary Finger Steals the Show!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we witness a close-up of an Aye-aye's hand, and boy, does it have something extraordinary to show off! Meet Daubentonia madagascariensis, or as we like to call it - the ultimate finger model of the animal kingdom! This mischievous lemur from Madagascar proudly displays its most distinctive feature: an outrageously long middle finger. Move over ET, because this digit is out-of-this-world! With a length that could rival any basketball player's wingspan, this Aye-aye has got all other primates green with envy. Captive at Tsimbazaza Zoo, our little superstar dares you not to be mesmerized by its unique charm. Endangered yet full of character, it reminds us why protecting these incredible creatures is crucial for our planet's biodiversity. As nocturnal mammals go about their secretive lives in Madagascar's lush forests, the Aye-aye stands out with its enchanting presence. Its elongated finger serves as a versatile tool for extracting tasty insects from tree bark – talk about having your own built-in cutlery! So next time you're feeling down or need some inspiration in life, just remember this unforgettable image captured by Mark Carwardine. Let nature remind you that even in the animal kingdom there are individuals who dare to stand out and embrace their quirks with pride.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
