Endemic to Western Australia, the Numbat is an insectivore species inhabiting eucalyptus forests habitats. Weighing 0.32–1 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| 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 | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Numbat inhabits eucalyptus forests habitats. It can be found in Western Australia.
Typical coloring: Red, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Numbat is a solitary species belonging to the Myrmecobiidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Numbat is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 12 insectivore mammals, the Numbat’s weight of 0.32–1 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 2 kg.
Weight rank: #31 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Numbat weigh?
A Numbat typically weighs 0.32–1 kg, which is well below average compared to the median of 2 kg among insectivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Numbat?
The Numbat is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Numbat live?
The Numbat is found in Western Australia, in eucalyptus forests habitats.
How does the Numbat reproduce?
The Numbat has a gestation period of 14 days and typically produces 4-6 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026