Steins cuscus

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Diprotodontia (Marsupials)

Family

Phalangeridae

Genus

Phalanger

Species

Phalanger vestitus (Steins cuscus)

Names in Other Languages

French Couscous Noir

German Seidenkuskus

Similar Species in Phalanger

Gebe Cuscus

Phalanger alexandrae

Endangered

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mountain cuscus

Phalanger carmelitae

Least Concern

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northern common cuscus

Phalanger orientalis

Least Concern

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silky cuscus

Phalanger sericeus

Least Concern

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Rothschild s Cuscus

Phalanger rothschildi

Least Concern

Ornate Cuscus

Phalanger ornatus

Least Concern

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Telefomin Cuscus

Phalanger matanim

Critically Endangered

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Woodlark Cuscus

Phalanger lullulae

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Steins cuscus?

The scientific name of Steins cuscus is Phalanger vestitus. It belongs to the genus Phalanger.

What is the conservation status of Steins cuscus?

Steins cuscus (Phalanger vestitus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Steins cuscus belong to?

Steins cuscus (Phalanger vestitus) belongs to the genus Phalanger, which is part of the taxonomic family Phalangeridae.

Is Steins cuscus endangered?

No, Steins cuscus (Phalanger vestitus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Steins cuscus belong to?

Steins cuscus (Phalanger vestitus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Steins cuscus?

The closest relatives of Steins cuscus in the genus Phalanger include Gebe Cuscus, mountain cuscus, northern common cuscus, silky cuscus, Rothschild s Cuscus.