The western pygmy possum is an unusual species compared to its other genus members: while all are grey, this species has bright cinnamon-colored fur. Apart from this, it also has pure white underparts and a thin ring of dark brown fur in front of its eyes.
They are also considered Vulnerable species because of habitat loss and lack of food resources. This species’ distribution range includes Southwest Australia, the South coast, the Wheat belt and South Australia areas, Kangaroo Island, and Victoria south to Eden hope. Meanwhile, it is locally listed as endangered in far Southwestern New South Wales.
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Terrestrial / Aquatic
Altricial / Precocial
Polygamous / Monogamous
Dimorphic (size)/ Monomorphic
Active: Diurnal / Nocturnal
Social behavior: Solitary / Pack / Herd
Diet: Carnivore / Herbivore / Omnivore / Piscivorous / Insectivore
Migratory: Yes / No
Domesticated: Yes / No
Dangerous: Yes / No
