Von der Decken's sifaka (Propithecus deckenii) is a sifaka endemic to Madagascar. It has a length of 92 to 107 centimeters, of which 42-48 centimeters are tail.[4] Von der Decken's Sifaka lives in western Madagascar.[4] It lives in dry deciduous forest.[4]
Its pelage is usually creamy white, with tinges of yellow-gold, silver grey or pale brown on the neck, shoulders, back and limbs. The face is entirely black.[4] Group size is between 2 and 10 individuals, with groups of 3 to 6 most common.[4]
The IUCN lists its status as critically endangered, and it is listed in CITES Appendix I.[1][2]
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