Goodenough Island Black Dorcopsis

The Goodenough Island Black Dorcopsis is a small species of mammal native to the forests of Goodenough Island in Papua New Guinea. It is a small and elusive animal that is rarely seen in the wild.

The Goodenough Island Black Dorcopsis is a herbivore that feeds on a variety of plants, fruits, and grasses. It is a vital part of its ecosystem, as its fruit-eating habits help to disperse seeds.

Goodenough Island Black Dorcopsis

Goodenough Island Black Dorcopsis

Classification

Mammalia > Diprotodontia > Macropodidae > Dorcopsis > D. atrata

Native To

Conservation Status

Average Height

1.5 - 2 feet
(0.5 - 0.6 m)

Average Weight

5 - 10 lbs
(2.3 - 4.5 kg)

Average Life Span

8 - 10 years

Gestation Period

30 days

Diet

Herbivore (fruits, roots, leaves)

Social Structure

Solitary

Did You Know?

The Goodenough Island Black Dorcopsis is a species of wallaby found only on Goodenough Island, which is part of Papua New Guinea.

They are nocturnal, meaning they are most active at night.

These wallabies are primarily herbivores, feeding on grasses and other vegetation.

Their habitat is typically lowland rainforest.

The Goodenough Island Black Dorcopsis is a relatively small wallaby species.

They are known for their dark fur, which helps them blend into their forest environment.

Like other wallabies, they carry their young in a pouch.

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