Manus Island Spotted Cuscus

Spilocuscus kraemeri

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Diprotodontia · Phalangeridae

About

The Admiralty Island cuscus or Manus Island spotted cuscus is a species of marsupial in the family Phalangeridae. It is endemic to the Admiralty Islands of Papua New Guinea. It is the smallest member of the genus Spilocuscus, and the female has a black back, while the male has blackish spots on a white background. Both genders have rufous heads.

Fun Fact

It is the smallest member of the genus Spilocuscus, and the female has a black back, while the male has blackish spots on a white background.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the Admiralty Islands of Papua New Guinea.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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