Dwarf fat-tailed mouse opossum photograph

Dwarf Fat-tailed Mouse Opossum

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Scientific nameThylamys velutinus
Mass21 g (Adult)
Conservation statusLeast Concern
Trophic level Carnivorous
Length5 cm (Adult)
Rank Species
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Date of Upd.
ID2011235
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About Dwarf Fat-tailed Mouse Opossum


The dwarf fat-tailed mouse opossum, also known as the velvety fat-tailed opossum is an opossum species from South America. It is endemic to Brazil, where it is found in cerrado and caatinga habitats. Its head-and-body length is about 141-212 mm, and its tail length is about 73-85 mm.

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