Southern Barred Bandicoot

Perameles notina

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia

About

Perameles notina, known as the south-eastern striped bandicoot or southern barred bandicoot, is an extinct species of bandicoot that was native to South-eastern South Australia, north-western Victoria, and South-western New South Wales. Despite not being officially categorized as extinct by the IUCN until October 2025, the species has gone unsighted since the late 1800s. The cause of extinction is likely related to agricultural development, changes in land use, and the increasing presence of feral cats.

Fun Fact

Despite not being officially categorized as extinct by the IUCN until October 2025, the species has gone unsighted since the late 1800s.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to South-eastern South Australia, north-western Victoria, and South-western New South Wales.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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