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SOUTHEASTERN FOUR-EYED OPOSSUM Philander frenatus
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Opossums are the American branch of the marsupial order - they raise their young in a pouch. This is a rarely encountered species in Paraguay due to its nocturnal habits and semi-arboreal nature. They are excellent swimmers. The common name refers to the four white spots above the eyes. The species has been recently split from the more widespread Grey Four-eyed Opossum Philander opossum.
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FIGURE 1 - (FPMAM12PH) Juvenile, location unknown (José Luis Cartes undated).
FIGURE 2 - (FPMAM13PH) Juveniles from same litter (José Luis Cartes undated).
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