Order Diprotodontia
Family Potoroidae
Scientific Name
Bettongia gaimardi
Other Names
Southern bettong, Tasmanian bettong
Thumbnail Description
It is unique in that it travels up to 1.5 km from its nest to a feeding area
Size and Weight
Unknown
Habitat
Dry, open eucalypt forests, grassy woodlands; altitude 1,000 m
Distribution
Southeastern Australia, eastern Tasmania
Diet
Underground fungi, truffles
Reproduction
Unknown
Population
Unknown
Lifespan
Unknown
Speed
Unknown
Baby Name
Joey
Home Range
Unknown
Predators
Unknown
Sounds
Clucking
Behavior
Nocturnal
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
