Marsupiais
Gambás, cuícas e catitas — os marsupiais que habitam as matas e campos do Pantanal.
Didelphis marsupialis (Common Opossum) in the Pantanal
Discover everything about Didelphis marsupialis, the common opossum of the Pantanal. Learn about its biology, omnivorous diet, venom resistance, and vital role in the ecosystem.
Chironectes minimus (Water Opossum) in the Pantanal
Meet the water opossum (Chironectes minimus), the world's only semi-aquatic marsupial. Discover its unique adaptations, such as the waterproof pouch, and its vital role in Pantanal rivers.
Philander opossum (Gray Four-eyed Opossum) in the Pantanal
Meet the gray four-eyed opossum (Philander opossum), a nocturnal marsupial essential for the ecological balance of the Pantanal, famous for its supraocular spots and venom resistance.
Monodelphis domestica (Gray Short-tailed Opossum) in the Pantanal
The Monodelphis domestica, or catita, is a small pouchless marsupial that inhabits the cordilheiras of the Pantanal, playing a vital role in controlling insects and small rodents.
Gracilinanus agilis (Agile Gracile Mouse Opossum) in the Pantanal
Discover the agile gracile mouse opossum (Gracilinanus agilis), a tiny arboreal marsupial of the Pantanal. Learn about its nocturnal agility, omnivorous diet, and vital role in the Pantanal ecosystem.
Micoureus paraguayanus (Woolly Mouse Opossum) in the Pantanal
Discover the woolly mouse opossum (Micoureus paraguayanus), an arboreal marsupial of the Pantanal. Learn about its nocturnal habits, omnivorous diet, and its vital role in seed dispersal and insect control.
Didelphis albiventris (White-eared Opossum) in the Pantanal
Meet the white-eared opossum (Didelphis albiventris), the most common marsupial in the Pantanal. Discover its nocturnal habits, omnivorous diet, and the fascinating thanatosis defense strategy.