Nullarbor Dwarf Bettong

Bettongia pusilla

Conservation Status

Extinct

Mammalia · Diprotodontia · Potoroidae

About

The Nullarbor dwarf bettong, Bettongia pusilla, was a potoroine marsupial that occurred in Australia. The animal is only known from skeletons found in caves of the Nullarbor Plain and is now classified as recently extinct.

Fun Fact

The animal is only known from skeletons found in caves of the Nullarbor Plain and is now classified as recently extinct.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in caves on the Nullarbor Plain, an arid desert region of southern Australia.

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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