description Doria's tree-kangaroo Overview
Doria's tree-kangaroo (Dendrolagus dorianus) is a large arboreal marsupial native to the montane forests of New Guinea, described by Edward Pierson Ramsay in 1883 and named for Italian naturalist Giacomo Doria. It is one of the largest tree-kangaroo species, with adults weighing up to 14–15 kilograms. The species primarily feeds on leaves and is adapted to climbing with strong forelimbs and broad hind feet. It is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN due to habitat loss and hunting.
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Where does Doria's tree-kangaroo live?
Doria's tree-kangaroo is native to the montane forests of New Guinea. Its arboreal habitat means it spends much of its life in trees despite its kangaroo ancestry.
What is the scientific name of Doria's tree-kangaroo?
Its scientific name is Dendrolagus dorianus. The species was described by Edward Pierson Ramsay in 1883.
Who was Doria's tree-kangaroo named after?
The species was named after the Italian naturalist Giacomo Doria. Its name reflects the nineteenth-century history of zoological collecting and description.
How large is Doria's tree-kangaroo?
Doria's tree-kangaroo is one of the largest tree-kangaroo species. Adults are heavy, strongly built animals adapted to climbing in New Guinea's montane forests.
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