Western Quoll
Dasyurus geoffroii
Australia's Threatened Species Category
Vulnerable
Listed since: 22/03/2013
IUCN's Threatened Species Category
Near Threatened
Listed since: 31/12/2012
Population trend: Stable
Other names: Chuditch
Priority Species? Yes
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 Chuditch is the largest of the Quolls and is found in Western Australia. They are solitary carnivorous marsupials and are opportunistic feeders, foraging primarily on the ground mainly at night. They may climb trees to obtain prey or to escape from predators with insects and other large invertebrates comprise the bulk of their diet.
Threats
The major threats to Chuditch currently are land clearing and the removal of suitable den logs and sites, predation by, and competition from foxes and feral cats.
Useful links for more detailed information on this species
DCCEEW - Australian Government Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
SPRAT - DCCEEW Species Profile and Threats Database