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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.
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What is a female and male Numbat called?
Apart from the obvious differences in reproductive organs, there is very little difference between male and female numbats. Despite being a marsupial, the female numbat does not even have a pouch. The males tend, on average, to be about 20 grams more in weight than the females.
Does the Numbat lay eggs?
No. The numbat is not a monotreme, or egg-laying mammal. The numbat is a marsupial, which gives live birth.
What continent did the numbat originate?
The numbat originated on the Australian continent.
What is the Numbat general description?
The Numbat is a marsupial anteater of Western Australia.
What is the latin name for numbat?
The numbat's scientific name is Myrmecobius fasciatus.
Is a numbat a rodent?
A numbat is not a rodent. It is a marsupial. Rodents are placental mammals.
What is the height of the Numbat?
The numbat is not tall. When sitting on their haunches, their height is about 25 cm.
When did the threats to the numbat begin?
Threats to the numbat began with European colonisation of Australia.
How many years can a numbat live in captivity?
2 to 3 years but can be as much as 5 years
Is a numbat a common noun?
G'day mate! A numbat is a marsupial down here in Australia.
Is a numbat active during day?
Yes. The numbat is the only completely diurnal marsupial.
What is the numbat's real name?
The numbat is simply numbat, and its native name is Walpurti.It is sometimes called the banded anteater, but this is a colloquial name.Its scientific name is Myrmecobius fasciatus.
