What is another word for Genus Trichosurus?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs tɹˈɪt͡ʃəʒəɹəs] (IPA) 
Genus Trichosurus is a scientific classification for a group of arboreal marsupials found in Australia and New Guinea commonly known as possums. This classification includes various species of possums, such as the Brushtail Possum (Trichosurus vulpecula) and the Ringtail Possum (Trichosurus cunninghami). The genus Trichosurus is also known as the Brush-tailed Possum genus. Some other synonyms of this genus include Wakidjara (an indigenous Australian name), and Phalangista (a scientific name used in the 19th century). These possums are highly adaptable and have become a common sight in urban areas of Australia, making them a symbol of Australian wildlife.
