Attenborough's Long-beaked Echidna
Zaglossus attenboroughi
Conservation Status
Critically EndangeredMammalia · Monotremata · Tachyglossidae
About
Zaglossus attenboroughi, also known as Attenborough's long-beaked echidna or locally as the payangko, is one of three species from the genus Zaglossus that inhabits the island of New Guinea. It lives in the Cyclops Mountains near the northern coast of the island, which are near the cities of Sentani and Jayapura in the Indonesian province of Papua in Western New Guinea. It is named in honour of naturalist Sir David Attenborough.
Fun Fact
It is the smallest member of the genus Zaglossus, being closer in size to the short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus).
Quick Facts
Habitat
Lives in the Cyclops Mountains near the northern coast of the island, which are near the cities of Sentani and Jayapura in the Indonesian province of Papua in Western New Guinea.
Diet
Diet of Attenborough's long-beaked echidna consists primarily of earthworms, in contrast to the termites and ants preferred by the short-beaked echidna.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Destruction
- Pollution
- Invasive Species
- Over-Collection
- Climate Change