Discover the Balsas Gray Mouse Opossum (Tlacuatzin canescens), a nocturnal marsupial native to Mexico’s Balsas River basin. With its distinctive gray fur and agile, tree-climbing prowess, this small creature plays a vital role in the ecosystem by controlling insect populations and aiding in forest regeneration. Learn about its unique adaptations, feeding habits, and the conservation efforts in place to protect this intriguing species.