The mountain pygmy possum is a small mammal adapted to Australia's alpine zone. It is known to store food and hibernate for long periods.
Its back is grey-brown and its underside is lighter. Its tail is longer than its body and is usually curled; its nose and feet are pink, with darker fur around the eyes.
It eats Bogong moths, other invertebrates, seeds, and fruit. It stores food and hibernates for an extended period.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.