A marsupial native to eastern Australia, characterized by its prehensile tail and arboreal lifestyle. A medium-sized possum species with distinctive nocturnal behavior and omnivorous diet.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Primarily found in temperate and subtropical forests of eastern Australia, including coastal regions of Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia. Adapts well to urban and suburban environments with sufficient tree cover.
Ecological Role
Key seed disperser and pollinator in forest ecosystems. Plays a critical role in maintaining forest biodiversity through seed transport and forest understory interactions.
Morphology
SKIN COATDense, soft fur ranging from gray to brown, with white underside. Fur provides excellent insulation and camouflage.
LIMBS WINGSAgile limbs with opposable thumbs, adapted for climbing and gripping tree branches. Hind limbs slightly longer than forelimbs.
HEAD SENSORYLarge rounded ears, forward-facing eyes with excellent night vision, sensitive whiskers for navigation.
BODY STRUCTUREBody length 30-35 cm, weight 550-1100 g. Compact marsupial with rounded body and long, prehensile tail with white tip.
