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Burrowing Bettong (Shark Bay)
Bettongia lesueur lesueur
Australia's Threatened Species Category
Vulnerable
Listed since: 19/09/2012
IUCN's Threatened Species Category
Near Threatened
Listed since: 31/12/2012
Population trend: Increasing
Other names: Boodie
Priority Species? No
The Australian government's Threatened Species Action Plan 2022-2032 selected over 100 priority species derive from consultation with threatened species experts and the wider community. While all species are important, focusing on a limited number of species can help target effort and resources so that outcomes can be achieved, measured and shared.
Description
The burrowing bettong is a rat-kangaroo. They are medium-sized and are characterised by a short blunt head, with small rounded and erect ears. They are yellowy grey in colour.
Threats
Feral cats and foxes are considered a major threat to the species.
Quollity Conservation Hub's Overall Priority Score
37
Average life span:
> 2yrs and < 5yrs
Number of young produced each year:
Several (> 3 - < 10)
Number of breeding events each year:
Unknown
Minimum sexual maturity age:
< 1yr
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