Potos flavus, commonly known as the kinkajou, is a nocturnal mammal found in Central and South American rainforests. It has a prehensile tail, large eyes adapted for night vision, and a long tongue for extracting nectar. Kinkajous are arboreal and play a role in pollination.

Potos flavus, commonly known as the kinkajou, is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is found from southern Mexico through Central America, and into northern parts of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

The kinkajou inhabits tropical rainforests, preferring dense, evergreen forests. It is primarily arboreal, spending most of its time in the canopy of these forests. The environment is typically warm and humid, with high annual rainfall, providing lush vegetation and abundant food sources.

Kinkajous are nocturnal and arboreal frugivores, primarily feeding on fruit, nectar, and small invertebrates. Their ecological niche involves pollination, as they play a role in dispersing seeds and pollinating flowers while feeding on nectar. Their prehensile tail and dexterous limbs allow them to navigate the forest canopy efficiently, making them well-adapted to their arboreal lifestyle.