description Telefomin Cuscus Overview
The Telefomin cuscus, Phalanger matanim, is a rare marsupial in the family Phalangeridae, known from the Telefomin area of western Papua New Guinea. It was described by Tim Flannery in 1987 from material collected in the upper Sol River area, with records from the Telefomin and Tifalmin regions and montane forests at roughly 1,500 to 2,600 m. Its restricted known range and small number of specimens make it important for mammal surveys and conservation work. [Mammal Species of the World](https://www.departments.bucknell.edu/biology/resources/msw3/browse.asp?id=11000053)
help Telefomin Cuscus FAQ
Where does the Telefomin cuscus live?
The Telefomin cuscus is known from the Telefomin area of western Papua New Guinea. Records include the Telefomin and upper Sol River region.
What is the scientific name of the Telefomin cuscus?
Its scientific name is Phalanger matanim. It is a rare marsupial in the family Phalangeridae.
Who described the Telefomin cuscus?
Tim Flannery described the species in 1987. The description was based on material collected in the upper Sol River area.
What kind of animal is the Telefomin cuscus?
It is a marsupial, meaning its young develop in a pouch after birth. It belongs to the family Phalangeridae, which includes cuscuses and related possum-like mammals.
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