aglia, and possibly mischocarpus and pometia plants. It is also known to eat flowers, small animals, and occasionally eggs. Predators of the common spotted cuscus include pythons, hawks and owls. Human interactions The common spotted cuscus is hunted for its meat and pelt in New Guinea, but has very little economical influence. Despite hunting, it is still common in New Guinea and most islands, but it is rarely spotted in Australia, mostly because it is a very shy creature. It was introduced by humans to Selayar, Mussau, and New Ireland, and has since flourished in these areas. The conservation status of the common spotted cuscus is least concern because of its wide population distribution, ability to flourish in a variety of environments, and lack of dominating predators. However, continued human expansion, an increase in demand for cuscus meat and pelts, and destruction of its natural habitat could lead to a demise in the spotted cuscus predominance. References External links The Spotted Cuscus - general information The Cuscus - more general information - Oz Animals - Animal Planet: Spotted Cuscus - general information - Australian Animal information Possums Mammals of Queensland Mammals of Indonesia Marsupials of Australia Mammals of Papua New Guinea Mammals described in 1803 Marsupials of New Guinea