Species MammalsAgricola's Gracile Opossum

Agricola's Gracile Opossum

Cryptonanus agricolai

Very rareMammal
Illustration of Agricola's Gracile Opossum (Cryptonanus agricolai)

Agricola's Gracile Opossum is a tiny mouse-opossum found in cerrado and woodland habitats from Brazil into northeastern Mexico. It is mouse-sized with large eyes, a prehensile tail, and the distinctive opossum dental formula. Very little is known about its natural history, and it is rarely encountered.

Habitat
Tropical dry forests and savannas of Mexico
Diet
Insects, small vertebrates, and fruit
How common
Very rare

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