LC Insectivore Forests, Grasslands
2.5–6.5 kg
Weight
15–20 yrs
Lifespan
16–56 km/h
Top Speed
Australia, New GuineaFound In
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Echidna | Insectivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 4.5 kg | 2 kg | ↑ 125% |
| Height | 37.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 36 km/h | 32 km/h | ↑ 13% |
| Avg Speed | 36 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 17.5 yrs | 15.5 yrs | ↑ 13% |
Range Across 2 Regions
Habitat: Forests, Grasslands
Found In: Australia, New Guinea
Coloration: Brown, Tan
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 22–28 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 15–20 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #38 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | Sloth | 3.6–9 kg | LC |
| 37 | Bald Eagle | 3–6 kg | LC |
| 38 | Echidna | 2.5–6.5 kg | LC |
| 39 | Red Fox | 3–7 kg | LC |
| 40 | Banded Palm Civet | 2–5 kg | LC |
| 41 | Bengal Fox | 2.5–4 kg | LC |