Behavior
Galagos are tree dwelling primates and are capable of leaping great distances, using flattened disks on their feet and hands as a way of grasping branches. However they do walk on the ground sometimes, either bipedally or on all fours. Galagos are solitary foragers, however they do meet up at night in groups, and sleep during the day in groups of around 6. Calls are a big part of Galago life and there are up to 18 distinct calls. All these calls are part of three categories, defensive and aggressive, social contact and annuciatory. They also have a very highly developed hearing.
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