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Zoology- Tarsipedidae (honey possum) Tarsipedidae There is one species in this family. The honey possum is a small marsupial, 2-3 inches in length. It has a long, prehensile tail; brown fur; a long, pointed snout; and a long tongue. It uses its tongue to probe in flowers for nectar and pollen. The honey possum is nocturnal and sleeps during the day. The honey possum is found in southwestern Australia. Key: Article Photos Video Audio Vulnerable Endangered Critically Endangered Extinct in the Wild Extinct Status taken from ICUN Redlist   Tarsipedidae Genus   Tarsipes (honey possum)   Tarsipedidae Resources   Lesson Plans Games/Interactives Video    Websites Tarsipes (honey possum) Honey Possum The honey possum is a mouse-sized marsupial found in southwestern Australia. It has a long, pointed snout, a long, prehensile tail, and a long tongue that is uses to feed on nectar. Source: Animal Diversity Web Intended Audience: General Reading Level: Middle/High School Teacher Section: Yes Searchable: Yes Online Video