Mainland Dusky Antechinus
Antechinus mimetes mimetes
Australia's Threatened Species Category
Not Listed
Listed since: 0/01/1900
IUCN's Threatened Species Category
Not Listed
Listed since: 0/01/1900
Population trend: 0
Other names: None
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
Dusky Antechinus are small, carnivorous marsupials which are found from southeastern Queensland to southwestern Victoria. They are most common in mountainous regions, including Kosciuszko National Park and the Brindabella Ranges, where they are found in alpine heath or tall open forest with a dense understorey.
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