Ohren-Opossum

Didelphis aurita

Least Concern

About

The Big-eared opossum (Didelphis aurita) is a species in the genus Didelphis. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Didelphimorphia (Beutelrattenartige)

Species

Didelphis aurita (Ohren-Opossum)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Comadreja Orejas Negras

French Sarigue d´azara

German Ohren-Opossum

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Südopossum

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Didelphis albiventris

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Didelphis pernigra

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Guianan White-eared Opossum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ohren-Opossum?

The scientific name of Ohren-Opossum is Didelphis aurita. It belongs to the genus Didelphis.

What is the conservation status of Ohren-Opossum?

Ohren-Opossum (Didelphis aurita) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Ohren-Opossum belong to?

Ohren-Opossum (Didelphis aurita) belongs to the genus Didelphis, which is part of the taxonomic family Didelphidae.

Is Ohren-Opossum endangered?

No, Ohren-Opossum (Didelphis aurita) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Ohren-Opossum belong to?

Ohren-Opossum (Didelphis aurita) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Ohren-Opossum?

The closest relatives of Ohren-Opossum in the genus Didelphis include Südopossum, Virginisches Opossum, Weißohren-Opossum, Andean White-eared Opossum, Guianan White-eared Opossum.