Red-bellied Gracile Opossum

Cryptonanus ignitus

Conservation Status

Extinct

Mammalia · Didelphimorphia · Didelphidae

About

The red-bellied gracile opossum is an extinct species of opossum that was native to Jujuy Province in northwest Argentina. Its forest habitat has been destroyed, and it was last seen in 1962. It is likely a synonym of the Chacoan gracile opossum.

Fun Fact

Its forest habitat has been destroyed, and it was last seen in 1962.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to Jujuy Province in northwest Argentina.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Overexploitation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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