Order Dasyuromorphia
Family Dasyuridae
Scientific Name
Dasykaluta rosamondae
Other Names
Little red antechinus, russet antechinus, spinifex antechinus, kaluta
Thumbnail Description
Males die shortly after the September breeding season, probably due to stress
Size and Weight
Adults:
HEAD-BODY LENGTH: 9–11 cm (3.5-4.3 in)
WEIGHT: 20 – 40 grams (0.7-1.4 oz)
Habitat
Dry areas
Distribution
Pilbara, little Sandy Desert (Western Australia)
Diet
Insects, small vertebrates
Reproduction
Unknown
Population
Unknown
Lifespan
3 years
Predators
Unknown
Speed
Unknown
Sounds
Unknown
Behavior
Solitary
Conservation Status
Least Concern
