The Tasmanian pygmy possum (Cercartetus lepidus), found in Southeastern Australia, is considered the world’s smallest ...

Also known as the tiny pygmy possum or Cercartetus lepidus, this species is the world's smallest possum. The head and body are on average 70mm long, and the prehensile tail averages 64mm.

Source: Gerhard Koertner The Tasmanian pygmy possum (Cercartetus lepidus), found in Southeastern Australia, is considered the world’s smallest marsupial, measuring up to 3 inches in length and ...