Marsupial Mouse

Marsupial Mouse

The marsupial mouse is a mouse sized carnivore. With 8 incisors in the upper jaw and 6 incisors in the lower jaw, this small rodent is able to kill with ease. They are characterized by their thin, pointed snouts, large ears and long whiskers. Many marsupial mice have pouches, similar to that of the kangaroo. Each species has adapted to it's specific habitat. Marsupial mice are found in Australia, New Guinea and Tasmania. [BM] {FW}