Brown-eared Woolly Opossum

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The Brown-eared Woolly Opossum (Caluromys lanatus) is a species in the genus Caluromys. 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.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Didelphimorphia (Didelphimorphia)

Family

Didelphidae

Genus

Caluromys

Species

Caluromys lanatus (Brown-eared Woolly Opossum)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cuica Lanosa

French Opossum laineux roux

German Braunohr-Wollbeutelratte

Similar Species in Caluromys

Bare-tailed Woolly Opossum

Caluromys philander

Least Concern

Derby s Woolly Opossum

Caluromys derbianus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brown-eared Woolly Opossum?

The scientific name of Brown-eared Woolly Opossum is Caluromys lanatus. It belongs to the genus Caluromys.

What is the conservation status of Brown-eared Woolly Opossum?

Brown-eared Woolly Opossum (Caluromys lanatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Brown-eared Woolly Opossum live?

Brown-eared Woolly Opossum is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.

What family does Brown-eared Woolly Opossum belong to?

Brown-eared Woolly Opossum (Caluromys lanatus) belongs to the genus Caluromys, which is part of the taxonomic family Didelphidae.

Is Brown-eared Woolly Opossum endangered?

No, Brown-eared Woolly Opossum (Caluromys lanatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Brown-eared Woolly Opossum belong to?

Brown-eared Woolly Opossum (Caluromys lanatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Brown-eared Woolly Opossum?

The closest relatives of Brown-eared Woolly Opossum in the genus Caluromys include Bare-tailed Woolly Opossum, Derby s Woolly Opossum.