Greater Bilby
Macrotis lagotis
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.
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