Cuscus

Cuscus — A cuscus is a MARSUPIAL of the genus Phalanger, family Phalangeridae, and is similar to the monkey. Seven species of these nocturnal, slow-moving tree-dwellers are found in Australia, New Guinea, and the nearby islands.

In some species, the sexes are differentiated by color. Cuscus vary in length from 33 to 64 cm (13 to 25 in), have a prehensile tail 23 to 61 cm (9 to 24 in) long, and weigh 7 to 16 kg (15 to 35 lb). They feed mainly on fruits and leaves.