Numbats' weight ranges between about 280 grams and 550 grams - just over half a kilogram. In imperial measurement, this is the equivalent of between 9.8 ounces and 19.4 ounces. Some larger specimens may weigh up to 715 grams.
A numbat is about the size of a squirrel - around 25cm in length (not counting the tail). Nose to tail length averages between 35-45cm (13-18 inches).
Some websites incorrectly list their height as 60cm. They are much smaller than this. When sitting on their haunches, their height is about 25 cm.
Numbats' weight ranges between about 280 grams and 550 grams - just over half a kilogram. In imperial measurement, this is the equivalent of between 9.8 ounces and 19.4 ounces.
Numbats have soft fur.
Numbats are officially listed as endangered.
Yes, numbats have lungs. Numbats are mammals, and all mammals have lungs and a full respiratory system.
No. Numbats are found only in Western Australia.
Numbats are native to Australia.
Numbats are still endangered, with a population trend that is decreasing.
The greatest threat to numbats would be the fox, an introduced species. It is closely followed by feral cats in the threat it poses to numbats.
During breeding season, numbats make a soft clicking sound. This soft clicking is also heard from young numbats calling to their mothers, but it is different to the adult sound. Numbats have also been known to make soft growling or hissing noises to warn off other numbats.
Numbats live in a warm to hot, dry climate.
Numbats drink water. Baby numbats drink mothers' milk.
There is no collective term for a group of numbats. Numbats are solitary animals, and do not gather in groups. At most they live in small family groups for part of the year.However, where there are numerous numbats living within the same range, they may be known as a colony.
Yes: numbats are still found in southwest Western Australia.