Western Quoll

Dasyurus geoffroii

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Dasyuromorphia · Dasyuridae

About

The western quoll is Western Australia's largest endemic mammalian carnivore. One of the many marsupial mammals native to Australia, it is also known as the chuditch. The species is currently classed as near-threatened.

Fun Fact

The western quoll (Dasyurus geoffroii) is Western Australia's largest endemic mammalian carnivore.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Eucalyptus forests and woodlands

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

3-5 years

Threats

Illegal Wildlife Trade
Wildfire
Deforestation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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