eastern pygmy possum

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

Diprotodontia (Marsupials)

Family

Burramyidae

Genus

Cercartetus

Species

Cercartetus nanus (eastern pygmy possum)

Names in Other Languages

German Dickschwanz-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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Tasmanian pygmy possum

Cercartetus lepidus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of eastern pygmy possum?

The scientific name of eastern pygmy possum is Cercartetus nanus. It belongs to the genus Cercartetus.

What is the conservation status of eastern pygmy possum?

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

What family does eastern pygmy possum belong to?

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

Is eastern pygmy possum endangered?

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

What kingdom does eastern pygmy possum belong to?

eastern pygmy possum (Cercartetus nanus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of eastern pygmy possum?

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