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When Giant Lemurs Ruled Madagascar (ASL)

Season 2 Episode 58 | 10m 09s

Just a few thousand years ago, the island of Madagascar was inhabited by giant lemurs. How did such a diverse group of primates evolve in the first place, and how did they help shape the unique environments of Madagascar? And how did they get winnowed down, leaving only their smaller relatives behind?

Aired: 09/24/19
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