Papuan bandicoot

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (동물)

Phylum

Chordata (척삭동물)

Class

Mammalia (포유류)

Order

Peramelemorphia (반디쿠트목)

Family

Peramelidae

Genus

Microperoryctes

Species

Microperoryctes papuensis (Papuan bandicoot)

Names in Other Languages

French Péramèle-souris Papou

German Neuguinea-Nasenbeutler

Similar Species in Microperoryctes

Mouse bandicoot

Microperoryctes murina

Vulnerable

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Striped bandicoot

Microperoryctes longicauda

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Papuan bandicoot?

The scientific name of Papuan bandicoot is Microperoryctes papuensis. It belongs to the genus Microperoryctes.

What is the conservation status of Papuan bandicoot?

Papuan bandicoot (Microperoryctes papuensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Papuan bandicoot belong to?

Papuan bandicoot (Microperoryctes papuensis) belongs to the genus Microperoryctes, which is part of the taxonomic family Peramelidae.

Is Papuan bandicoot endangered?

No, Papuan bandicoot (Microperoryctes papuensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Papuan bandicoot belong to?

Papuan bandicoot (Microperoryctes papuensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Papuan bandicoot?

The closest relatives of Papuan bandicoot in the genus Microperoryctes include Mouse bandicoot, Striped bandicoot.