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The endangered Spotted-tailed Quoll (Dasyurus maculatus) is a large carnivorous marsupial that is found in Tasmania and a very small population also occurs in south-eastern mainland Australia. Male Spotted-tailed Quolls can weigh up to 7.2 kg and females up to 4 kg. Spotted-tailed Quolls have long bodies and short legs, and a brown coat with a lighter underside. Numerous bold white spots are found on the body, legs and tail.

Habitat loss, fragmentation, and modification are believed to be the major threats. Competition and predation from introduced predators such as cats, road mortality, and wildfires are also threats. Causes of habitat loss and modification include urban and agricultural development, conversion of forest to pasture or plantation, road construction, and vegetation clearance in general.

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Description
The endangered Spotted-tailed Quoll (Dasyurus maculatus) is a large carnivorous marsupial that is found in Tasmania and a very small population also occurs in south-eastern mainland Australia. Male Spotted-tailed Quolls can weigh up to 7.2 kg and females up to 4 kg. Spotted-tailed Quolls have long bodies and short legs, and a brown coat with a lighter underside. Numerous bold white spots are found on the body, legs and tail.

Habitat loss, fragmentation, and modification are believed to be the major threats. Competition and predation from introduced predators such as cats, road mortality, and wildfires are also threats. Causes of habitat loss and modification include urban and agricultural development, conversion of forest to pasture or plantation, road construction, and vegetation clearance in general.

Oil on aluminium composite panel, 25cm x 20cm

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