Panama Slender Opossum

Marmosops invictus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Didelphimorphia · Didelphidae

About

The Panama slender opossum, also known as the slaty slender mouse opossum, is a species of opossum in the family Didelphidae. It is endemic to Panama, where it has been found in tropical rainforest habitats, including disturbed areas, at elevations from 500 to 1,500 m. This opossum is mostly terrestrial in its habits, and feeds on plants and insects. It is vulnerable to deforestation.

Fun Fact

This opossum is mostly terrestrial in its habits, and feeds on plants and insects.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in tropical rainforest habitats, including disturbed areas, at elevations from 500 to 1,500 m (1,600 to 4,900 ft).

Diet

Feeds on plants and insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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