Desert Bettong (Bettongia anhydra) — Extinct Mammalia

Desert Bettong

Bettongia anhydra

Conservation Status

Extinct

Mammalia · Diprotodontia · Potoroidae

About

Bettongia anhydra, also known as desert bettong, is a recently extinct species of potoroine marsupial.

Fun Fact

A skull collected in the 1930s that was placed as Bettongia penicillata anhydra, and later regarded as a synonym of Bettongia lesueur.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Destruction
  • Overexploitation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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