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There are several species of marsupials in America, given that America covers North, Central and South America.
In North America, there is only the Virginia opossum. In central America can be found a type of "water-possum", known as the Yapok. South America is the home of the Monito del Monte.
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Are marsupials found in Australia North America and South America?
Marsupials are found on several of the continents. Australia is the continent on which 99% of the world's marsupials live. The opossum is a marsupial found in North America, but South America also has some marsupials, as does Asia. Some marsupials such as possums and tree kangaroos are also found on the island of New Guinea, which is not a continent.
Do skunks drink water?
No, skunks are NOT marsupials. Opossums are the only marsupials in America.
Are mammals monotremes or marsupials?
Monotremes and marsupials are both types of mammals along with placental mammals
Where would you marsupials?
Marsupials are found on several of the continents. Australia is the continent on which 99% of the world's marsupials live. The opossum is a marsupial found in North America, but South America also has some marsupials, as does Asia. Some marsupials such as possums and tree kangaroos are also found on the island of New Guinea, which is not a continent.
What is a marsupial from Madagascar?
No marsupials live on Madagascar. Marsupials only live in Australia, nearby islands, South America, and (one species) North America.
Does South America has the largest number and variety of Marsupial mammals?
No. Australia and nearby islands have more marsupials than South America. Also, Australian marsupials are more varied; almost all South American marsupials are opossums.
Are there any marsupials in Africa?
Yes. The only species of marsupial in North America is the Virginia Opossum, with a range that also extends south. In central America, there is the Yapok, a type of water-possum, while in South America can be found the Monito del Monte.
Why are marsupials important?
Marsupials also known as metatherian mammals have 272 species and most of these animals are can be found in Central and South America. Marsupials are important because these animals also balance the ecosystem.
Names of three different kinds of marsupials that live in austaliswhat are the?
Australia is actually home to 120 different species of marsupials. A couple different types of marsupials found in Australia would be macropods and phalangers.
Do cats have pouches?
No. Marsupials have pouches. Marsupials include kangaroos, koalas, wallabies and so on.
Do marsupials have feathers?
No. Marsupials are mammals, so they have fur or hair. Only birds have feathers.
What makes the Opossum different from other marsupials?
The main thing that makes the opossum different from other marsupials is that they are the only marsupial native to North America.
