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Brown dorcopsis

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The brown dorcopsis is a small to medium-sized marsupial in the family Macropodidae, the group that includes wallabies and kangaroos. Its scientific name is Dorcopsis muelleri, and it is native to New Guinea and nearby islands, where it inhabits forested environments. Unlike the larger kangaroos of Australia, dorcopsises are generally associated with dense vegetation and move through forest habitats while feeding on plant material.

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What is the scientific name of the brown dorcopsis?

The brown dorcopsis is Dorcopsis muelleri. It is a marsupial in the family Macropodidae, the same broader family that includes wallabies and kangaroos.

Where does the brown dorcopsis live?

It is native to New Guinea and nearby islands. Its habitat includes forested environments.

Is the brown dorcopsis related to kangaroos?

Yes. The brown dorcopsis belongs to Macropodidae, the marsupial family that also includes kangaroos and wallabies.

What kind of animal is a brown dorcopsis?

It is a small to medium-sized marsupial. Unlike a typical kangaroo, it is associated with forest habitats in New Guinea and nearby islands.

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