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Greater Bilby

Macrotis lagotis

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Australia's Threatened Species Category

Vulnerable

Listed since: 15/07/2016

IUCN's Threatened Species Category

Vulnerable

Listed since: 15/06/2015

Population trend: Decreasing

Other names: None
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 greater bilby is a medium-sized burrowing marsupial with long, soft, blue-grey fur over most of the body and white to cream on the belly. It has large ears, a long pointed snout and a black tail with a white tip.

Threats

Threats to the Greater Bilby include predation by foxes and feral cats, land clearing and infrastructure development and too frequent bushfires.

Quollity Conservation Hub's Overall Priority Score

44

Average life span:
> 5yrs and < 10yrs
Number of young produced each year:
Several (> 3 - < 10)
Number of breeding events each year:
Couple (<=2)
Minimum sexual maturity age:
< 1yr
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

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