Eupleres is a genus of two species of mongoose-like euplerid mammal native to Madagascar that are known as falanoucs. They are primarily terrestrial and consume mainly invertebrates.

Species

• Eastern falanouc, Eupleres goudotii - mesic forests of eastern Madagascar

• Western falanouc, Eupleres major - xeric areas in northwestern Madagascar

Conservation status

The IUCN Red List lists E. goudotii as vulnerable, while E. major has been assessed as endangered.

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