Austrolestes psyche (Cup Ringtail)


Adult markings useful for identifying this species:

  • humeral stripe NEVER crosses mesopleural suture
  • Male abdominal tergum 2: dark upper mark is slightly constricted to form a weak hourglass shape, and with NO pale central line or marking
  • Terga 3-7 dark, with a pale basal ring

(as described in field guide by Theischinger, G. & Hawking, J. 2012, CSIRO publishing)


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Regional distribution

Austrolestes psyche is listed in the following regions:


Map distribution

Austrolestes psyche has been reported at the following locations:

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