Tasmanian pygmy possum

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

Burramyidae

Genus

Cercartetus

Species

Cercartetus lepidus (Tasmanian pygmy possum)

Names in Other Languages

German Tasmanischer Schlafbeutler

Similar Species in Cercartetus

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long-tailed pygmy possum

Cercartetus caudatus

Least Concern

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southwestern pygmy possum

Cercartetus concinnus

Least Concern

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eastern pygmy possum

Cercartetus nanus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tasmanian pygmy possum?

The scientific name of Tasmanian pygmy possum is Cercartetus lepidus. It belongs to the genus Cercartetus.

What is the conservation status of Tasmanian pygmy possum?

Tasmanian pygmy possum (Cercartetus lepidus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Tasmanian pygmy possum belong to?

Tasmanian pygmy possum (Cercartetus lepidus) belongs to the genus Cercartetus, which is part of the taxonomic family Burramyidae.

Is Tasmanian pygmy possum endangered?

No, Tasmanian pygmy possum (Cercartetus lepidus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Tasmanian pygmy possum belong to?

Tasmanian pygmy possum (Cercartetus lepidus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Tasmanian pygmy possum?

The closest relatives of Tasmanian pygmy possum in the genus Cercartetus include long-tailed pygmy possum, southwestern pygmy possum, eastern pygmy possum.