Northern Quoll

Dasyurus hallucatus

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Dasyuromorphia · Dasyuridae

About

The northern quoll, also known as the northern native cat, the North Australian native cat or the satanellus is a carnivorous marsupial native to Australia.

Fun Fact

Northern quolls in parts of Australia have been taught to avoid eating invasive cane toads (which are fatally toxic) by being fed small, non-lethal toad sausages laced with nausea-inducing chemicals.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Rocky savannas and woodlands

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

1-3 years

Threats

Poaching
Habitat Fragmentation
Deforestation
Illegal Wildlife Trade

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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