Rufous Mouse Opossum (Marmosa lepida) — Least Concern Mammalia

Rufous Mouse Opossum

Marmosa lepida

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Didelphimorphia · Didelphidae

About

The rufous mouse opossum or little rufous mouse opossum is an opossum species from South America. The species has been found in Bolivia, French Guinea, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru and Suriname in lowland tropical rainforest at altitudes from 100 to 1,000 m. It is presumed to feed on insects and fruit, like its close relatives.

Fun Fact

It is presumed to feed on insects and fruit, like its close relatives.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in Bolivia, French Guinea, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru and Suriname in lowland tropical rainforest at altitudes from 100 to 1,000 m (330 to 3,280 ft).

Diet

Feed on insects and fruit, like its close relatives.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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