Big-eared opossum

Didelphis aurita

Least Concern

About

The Big-eared opossum (Didelphis aurita) is a species in the genus Didelphis. 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.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Didelphimorphia (Didelphimorphia)

Species

Didelphis aurita (Big-eared opossum)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Comadreja Orejas Negras

French Sarigue d´azara

German Ohren-Opossum

Similar Species in Didelphis

Andean White-eared Opossum

Didelphis pernigra

Least Concern

Guianan White-eared Opossum

Didelphis marsupialis

Least Concern

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white-eared opossum

Didelphis albiventris

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Big-eared opossum?

The scientific name of Big-eared opossum is Didelphis aurita. It belongs to the genus Didelphis.

What is the conservation status of Big-eared opossum?

Big-eared opossum (Didelphis aurita) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Big-eared opossum belong to?

Big-eared opossum (Didelphis aurita) belongs to the genus Didelphis, which is part of the taxonomic family Didelphidae.

Is Big-eared opossum endangered?

No, Big-eared opossum (Didelphis aurita) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Big-eared opossum belong to?

Big-eared opossum (Didelphis aurita) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Big-eared opossum?

The closest relatives of Big-eared opossum in the genus Didelphis include Andean White-eared Opossum, Guianan White-eared Opossum, Virginia opossum, common opossum, white-eared opossum.