Masked Ring-tailed Possum

Pseudochirulus larvatus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Diprotodontia · Pseudocheiridae

About

The masked ringtail possum is a marsupial possum of the family Pseudocheiridae. It is found in northeastern New Guinea in the Star Mountains. the eastern Central Cordillera, the Huon Peninsula and the northern coast ranges. Masked ringtails are arboreal residents of various forest ecosystems. They are sexually dimorphic and locally common. This species is sometimes classified as a subpopulation of P. forbesi; however, it has a separate range.

Fun Fact

It is found in northeastern New Guinea in the Star Mountains.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in northeastern New Guinea in the Star Mountains.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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