Quick answer
Aye-ayes are native to Africa. Endemic to Madagascar — eastern and northern rainforests and plantations with remaining native trees.
Native range
Endemic to Madagascar — eastern and northern rainforests and plantations with remaining native trees.
Continents and countries
Aye-ayes occur across Africa. Local populations depend on intact habitat, prey or food plants, and freedom from persecution.
Habitat types
Rainforests and coconut plantations of Madagascar provide shelter and feeding grounds. Seasonal movement may follow rains, prey migrations, or breeding cycles.
Range changes
Historic range may exceed current distribution. Habitat loss, hunting, and climate shifts continue to affect where aye-ayes persist today.
FAQs
Where do aye-ayes live in the wild?
Endemic to Madagascar — eastern and northern rainforests and plantations with remaining native trees.
What do aye-ayes eat?
They feed on omnivore — insect larvae, fruit, nectar, and fungi, varying by season and local habitat.
Are aye-ayes endangered?
Aye-ayes are listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How big is a aye-aye?
Adults weigh about 3 kg and reach roughly 0.9 m long.