American tree-kangaroo (SciiFii)

The American tree-kangaroo (Dendrolagodelphis arborealis) is a species of marsupial of the order Didelphimorphia, despite its name, and the only living member of the family Dendrolagodelphidae, that originally did not exist, but has since been created by SciiFii and introduced throughout the rainforests, wetlands, forests, and open woodlands across North America and South America to help boost biodiversity. In general appearance and size, the American tree-kangaroo greatly resembles the Wondiwoi tree-kangaroo Papua New Guinea, but with a longer snout and tail, weighing between 6.5–14.5 kilograms, its length is 55–82 centimeters (21-32 inches), with a long 47–69 centimeter (18-27 inch) tail. American tree-kangaroos have long and broad hind feet with long, curved nails. They also have a sponge-like grip on their paws and soles of their feet. American tree-kangaroos have a much larger and pendulous tail than true kangaroos (from New Guinea and Australia) or American kangaroos (Marcopopadelphis arctos), and more like true tree-kangaroos, giving them enhanced balance while moving about the trees. Locomotion on the ground is by hopping, as with true kangaroos of New Guinea and Australia. The American tree-kangaroo is mostly solitary and nocturnal like true tree-kangaroos. Its diet consists primarily of various leaves, buds, flowers and fruits. The gestation period is about 30 days, after which, the single young or a pair remain in the mother's pouch for up to 7 months. The conservation status of the American tree-kangaroo is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts, the American tree-kangaroo's wide range and its tolerance to many of the human activities.
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