Watercolor illustration of New Guinean Quoll (Dasyurus albopunctatus)

New Guinean Quoll

Dasyurus albopunctatus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French Chat Marsupial De Nlle-guinée
German Neuguinea Beutelmarder

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of New Guinean Quoll?
The scientific name of New Guinean Quoll is Dasyurus albopunctatus. It belongs to the genus Dasyurus.
What is the conservation status of New Guinean Quoll?
New Guinean Quoll (Dasyurus albopunctatus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
What family does New Guinean Quoll belong to?
New Guinean Quoll (Dasyurus albopunctatus) belongs to the genus Dasyurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Dasyuridae.
What kingdom does New Guinean Quoll belong to?
New Guinean Quoll (Dasyurus albopunctatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of New Guinean Quoll?
The closest relatives of New Guinean Quoll in the genus Dasyurus include Bronze quoll, northern quoll, tiger quoll, eastern quoll, western quoll.

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