Endangered
Quoll (Eastern)
Dasyurus viverrinus
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About
The eastern quoll is a nocturnal marsupial predator native to Tasmania. They are known for their spotted coat and bushy tail. Quolls play an important role in controlling pest populations.
Habitat
Forests and grasslands of Tasmania
Diet
Carnivorous - small mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects
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Fun Facts
- Quolls are the largest carnivorous marsupials on mainland Australia.
- They have a lifespan of about 3-4 years in the wild.
- Female quolls have pouches that open toward the tail, unlike kangaroos whose pouches open forward.
Conservation
StatusEndangered
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