Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Mammal
- Order
- Diprotodontia
- Family
- Macropodidae
- Genus
- Dendrolagus
Habitat
This species primarily inhabits montane rainforests in the highlands of Papua New Guinea, at elevations from 1,000 to 4,000 meters. They prefer dense, undisturbed forests with abundant trees, vines, and epiphytes for arboreal living.
Diet
Doria's tree-kangaroo mainly eats leaves, fruits, and flowers from the forest canopy. They are folivorous browsers, feeding primarily at night to avoid predators. Their diet includes a variety of plant species, which they select based on seasonal availability.
Behavior
Doria's tree-kangaroo is primarily nocturnal and arboreal, spending most of its time in trees to forage and rest. They are solitary animals with overlapping home ranges, showing territorial behavior through scent marking. Males may exhibit aggressive displays during mating encounters, but they generally avoid social interactions.
Conservation Status
The IUCN classifies Doria's tree-kangaroo as Endangered, with populations declining due to habitat loss from logging and agriculture. Major threats include hunting for bushmeat and human encroachment into their forest habitats.