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McIlhenny’s four-eyed opossum
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McIlhenny’s four-eyed opossum

marsupial
Also known as: McIlhenny’s four-eyed opossum, Philander mcilhennyi(Show More)
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The McIlhenny's four-eyed opossum is one of seven species of South American marsupials belonging to the genus Philander. These opossums are named for the light-colored spots above each eye. Adults typically range from 16 to 32 inches in length and weigh up to 1.5 pounds. They are nocturnal, primarily terrestrial, and omnivorous, feeding on fruits, insects, small animals, and carrion. Females possess a pouch with five to nine teats and can have multiple litters per year. McIlhenny's four-eyed opossum is specifically found in the western Amazon basin of Peru and Brazil.1

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