Ursine Tree-kangaroo

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Diprotodontia (Marsupials)

Family

Macropodidae (Kangaroos)

Genus

Dendrolagus

Species

Dendrolagus ursinus (Ursine Tree-kangaroo)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Canguro Arborícola Negro

French Dendrolague Noir

Similar Species in Dendrolagus

Bennetts tree-kangaroo

Dendrolagus bennettianus

Near Threatened

Grizzled Tree-kangaroo

Dendrolagus inustus

Vulnerable

Lumholtz's tree kangaroo

Dendrolagus lumholtzi

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ursine Tree-kangaroo?

The scientific name of Ursine Tree-kangaroo is Dendrolagus ursinus. It belongs to the genus Dendrolagus.

What is the conservation status of Ursine Tree-kangaroo?

Ursine Tree-kangaroo (Dendrolagus ursinus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Ursine Tree-kangaroo belong to?

Ursine Tree-kangaroo (Dendrolagus ursinus) belongs to the genus Dendrolagus, which is part of the taxonomic family Macropodidae.

Is Ursine Tree-kangaroo endangered?

Yes, Ursine Tree-kangaroo (Dendrolagus ursinus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ursine Tree-kangaroo belong to?

Ursine Tree-kangaroo (Dendrolagus ursinus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Ursine Tree-kangaroo?

The closest relatives of Ursine Tree-kangaroo in the genus Dendrolagus include Bennetts tree-kangaroo, Grizzled Tree-kangaroo, Lumholtz's tree kangaroo.