Spotted Cuscus

Phalanger maculatus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Diprotodontia · Phalangeridae

About

The common spotted cuscus, also known as the white cuscus, is a cuscus, a marsupial that lives in the Cape York region of Australia, New Guinea, and nearby smaller islands.

Fun Fact

Cuscuses can live to be 11 years old, and reach sexual maturity around one year old.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in rainforests, mangroves, hardwood and eucalyptus forests below 1,200 metres (3,900 ft); unlike most of its relatives, it is not restricted to rainforest environments.

Diet

Eat a wide variety of plant products.

Lifespan

11 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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