They are wild animals and therefore do not make good domestic pets, they will always want to be in the wild. They are also social creatures that need to stay in groups. Owning a single lemur is cruel and detrimental to the health of the individual.

Are lemurs friendly with humans?

Lemurs are not well-suited to living with humans, and humans aren't super aware of how to live with lemurs, either. Even the most well-meaning owners don't know how to care for these complicated animals, Reuter said.

Is having a lemur illegal?

According to the California Code of Regulations (CCR) 671, pet ownership of the following animals is also illegal without a special permit: Raccoons, skunks, alligators, lemurs, zebras, certain venomous reptiles, prairie dogs, wolf hybrids (wolf-dogs), big cats such as bobcats, servals, and cheetahs.