Potto
Perodictus potto

Camouflaged in the canopy, the potto lives a slow-paced life. It can hold still for hours to keep from being seen. If pursued by a predator, the potto tucks its head down and thrusts out its upper back and shoulders. A bony shield that grows over its upper vertebrae protects the potto from attack.

Fact File

Weight: 2.4 lbs

Length: 1 ft

Lifespan: Up to 26 yrs in captivity

Habitat: Tropical forests

Diet: Primarily fruits and gums, some small animals