Northern Olingo
Bassaricyon gabbii
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Carnivora · Procyonidae
About
The northern olingo, also known as the bushy-tailed olingo or, simply, the olingo, is an arboreal (tree-dwelling) member of the raccoon family, Procyonidae, which also includes the coatimundis and kinkajou. Native to Central America, it was the first species of olingo to be scientifically described; while it is considered by some authors to be the only "true" olingo species, a review of the genus Bassaricyon had shown there to be a total of four species, two of those now being considered synonymous with the northern olingo. Its specific name honors William More Gabb (1839-1878), who found and collected the first specimen for western science.
Fun Fact
This is the largest of the olingo species.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance