A small marsupial native to southeastern Australia, characterized by its robust body and omnivorous diet. Primarily found in fragmented forest and heathland habitats.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal and inland regions of southeastern Australia, including Tasmania, preferring dense undergrowth, heathlands, and forest margins with complex vegetation structures
Ecological Role
Critical ecosystem engineer, dispersing seeds, controlling insect populations, and serving as prey for predators like foxes and cats
Morphology
SKIN COATDense, coarse fur ranging from grey-brown to reddish-brown, providing camouflage in forest environments
LIMBS WINGSStrong, muscular hindlimbs for digging, short forelimbs, five-toed feet with sharp claws for burrowing
HEAD SENSORYExcellent sense of smell, small eyes adapted for low-light foraging, long sensitive whiskers for navigation
BODY STRUCTURECompact body, approximately 30-40 cm in total length, weighing 500-1200 g, with a short, pointed snout and rounded ears
