🦋 Identification Guide

How to Identify Microbiotheriidae

1 species · Animalia · Order Microbiotheria

Microbiotheriidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Microbiotheria, class Mammalia. The family contains 1 accepted species worldwide.

Key Identification Features

They have distinct black rings encircling their eyes.
After leaving the pouch, they are nursed in a distinctive nest, then carried on their mother’s back.

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Representative Microbiotheriidae Species

Dromiciops gliroides Thomas, 1894

Dromiciops gliroides, the monito del monte, is a small arboreal marsupial native…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you identify Microbiotheriidae?

Microbiotheriidae animals belong to the Microbiotheria order in the Animalia kingdom. They have distinct black rings encircling their eyes. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.

What are the key characteristics of Microbiotheriidae?

Microbiotheriidae is classified in the order Microbiotheria, class Mammalia, phylum Chordata. After leaving the pouch, they are nursed in a distinctive nest, then carried on their mother’s back.

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