Cheirogaleus

/ˌkaɪrəɡəˈleɪəs/ noun

A genus of small nocturnal primates found in Madagascar, commonly called dwarf lemurs, with tiny hand-like paws.

From Greek χείρ (cheír) 'hand' and γαλέη (galéē) 'weasel,' combining hand and weasel to describe these small-handed creatures.

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