Genus Trichosurus Higher classification Brushtail possum | Phylum Chordata Scientific name Trichosurus caninus Rank Species | |
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Similar Mountain brushtail possum, Brushtail possum, Northern brushtail possum, Coppery brushtail possum, Marsupial | ||
The short-eared possum (Trichosurus caninus) is a species of marsupial in the family Phalangeridae. It is endemic to Australia.
Found north of Sydney the species was once classed as a mountain brushtail possum for which is its closest relative.
In the wild they can live up to 17 years of age, have a stable territory and invest a lot of energy rearing their young.
References
Short-eared possum Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA