General Description
Body fur changes from grey on the head and shoulders, to yellowish-brown to reddish-orange on the rest of the body. Narrow ring of pale fur around the eye. Tail brown and covered with fur. Body up to 16 cm, tail up to 14 cm.
Biology
Yellow-footed Antechinus are more active in the day than most related species. They forage on the ground and in trees, moving about with jerky movements. They mate during a two week period in August, after which the males die.
Distribution
South-western and eastern mainland Australia.
Habitat
Leaf litter and fallen logs in forests, heath, woodlands and coastal plains.
More Information
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Brief Id
Distinct grey head and shoulders contrasting with yellowish-brown to reddish-orange body.
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Colours
Brown
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When Active
Nocturnal, Diurnal
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Diet
Carnivore
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Diet Categories
Insects, Nectar, Invertebrates
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Conservation Statuses
CITES: Not listed, FFG Threatened List: Not listed, EPBC Act 1999: Not listed, IUCN Red List: Least Concern
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Common Name
Yellow-footed Antechinus
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Species Name
flavipes
