Telefomin Cuscus

Phalanger matanim

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Diprotodontia · Phalangeridae

About

The Telefomin cuscus is a critically endangered possum found on New Guinea. It is named after the Telefol ethnic group, who hunted the animal long before it was identified scientifically by the Australian zoologist Tim Flannery.

Fun Fact

It is named after the Telefol ethnic group, who hunted the animal long before it was identified scientifically by the Australian zoologist Tim Flannery.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range within the oak forests of a single valley, at elevations between 1,500 and 2,000 m (4,900 and 6,600 ft), along the Nong River Valley north of Telefomin in central Papua New Guinea.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Pollution
Invasive Species
Over-Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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