Banded Hare Wallaby

Lagostrophus fasciatus

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Diprotodontia · Macropodidae

About

The banded hare-wallaby, mernine, or munning is a marsupial currently found on the islands of Bernier and Dorre off western Australia. Reintroduced populations have recently been established on islands and fenced mainland sites, including Faure Island and Wadderin Sanctuary near Narembeen in the central wheatbelt.

Fun Fact

Reintroduced populations have recently been established on islands and fenced mainland sites, including Faure Island and Wadderin Sanctuary near Narembeen in the central wheatbelt.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Restricted to Bernier Island and Dorre Island off Western Australia.

Diet

Eat various grasses, fruit, and other vegetation.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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