Guajira Mouse Opossum

Marmosa xerophila

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Didelphimorphia (Didelphimorphia)

Species

Marmosa xerophila (Guajira Mouse Opossum)

Names in Other Languages

French Opossum xérophile

German Wüsten-Zwergbeutelratte

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Heavy-browed Mouse Opossum

Marmosa andersoni

Data Deficient

Linnaeus's mouse opossum

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Least Concern

Mexican mouse opposum

Robinson s Mouse Opossum

Simons’s Mouse Opossum

Marmosa simonsi

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Guajira Mouse Opossum?

The scientific name of Guajira Mouse Opossum is Marmosa xerophila. It belongs to the genus Marmosa.

What is the conservation status of Guajira Mouse Opossum?

Guajira Mouse Opossum (Marmosa xerophila) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Guajira Mouse Opossum live?

Guajira Mouse Opossum is found in Distributed across Colombia and Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Venezuela.

What family does Guajira Mouse Opossum belong to?

Guajira Mouse Opossum (Marmosa xerophila) belongs to the genus Marmosa, which is part of the taxonomic family Didelphidae.

Is Guajira Mouse Opossum endangered?

Yes, Guajira Mouse Opossum (Marmosa xerophila) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Guajira Mouse Opossum belong to?

Guajira Mouse Opossum (Marmosa xerophila) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Guajira Mouse Opossum?

The closest relatives of Guajira Mouse Opossum in the genus Marmosa include Heavy-browed Mouse Opossum, Linnaeus's mouse opossum, Mexican mouse opposum, Red Mouse Opossum, Robinson s Mouse Opossum.