EN Insectivore Eucalyptus Forests
0.32–1 kg
Weight
Up to 5 yrs
Lifespan
8 km/h
Top Speed
Western Australia
Found In
Endemic to Western Australia, the Numbat is an insectivore species inhabiting eucalyptus forests habitats. Weighing 0.32–1 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Numbat | Insectivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.7 kg | 2 kg | ↓ 67% |
| Height | 40 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 8 km/h | 32 km/h | ↓ 75% |
| Avg Speed | 8 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 5 yrs | 15.5 yrs | ↓ 68% |
Endemic to Western Australia
Habitat: Eucalyptus Forests
Found In: Western Australia
Coloration: Red, White
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 14 days
Offspring per Birth: 4-6
Lifespan: Up to 5 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #31 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | Yellow-Eyed Penguin | 1–3 kg | EN |
| 30 | Golden Lion Tamarin | Up to 0.7 kg | EN |
| 31 | Numbat | 0.32–1 kg | EN |