Quolls (/ ˈkwɒlz /; genus Dasyurus, are carnivorous marsupials native to Australia and New Guinea. They are primarily nocturnal, and spend most of the day in a den. Of the six species of quoll, four are found in Australia and two in New Guinea. Another two species are known from fossil remains in Pliocene and Pleistocene deposits in Queensland.

The quoll is a small carnivorous marsupial found in Australia, Tasmania and New Guinea. There are six species in total; four of these reside in Australia and Tasmania (the eastern quoll, the northern quoll, the western quoll, and the tiger quoll) and two in New Guinea (the bronze quoll and the New Guinean quoll).

The quokka (/ ˈkwɒkə /; Setonix brachyurus) [4] is a small macropod about the size of a domestic cat. It is the only member of the genus Setonix. Like other marsupials in the macropod family (such as kangaroos and wallabies), the quokka is herbivorous and mainly nocturnal. [5] The quokka's range is a small area of southwestern Australia.

May 27, 2024 · Quolls are nocturnal animals in nature. They perform most of their hunting and foraging at night. Western quolls have granular pads and five toes on their rear feet. They are well suited for nighttime existence because of their big eyes and sharp ears. Their tails feature a black brush that runs all the way down to the tip.

Feb 27, 2017 · Quolls are members of the Dasyuridae family, and are easily recognised by their pointed snout, long tail and ginger/brown or black fur with distinctive white spots. They have sharp teeth and strong jaws for tearing meat and crushing bones and invertebrates.

The eastern quoll (Dasyurus viverrinus, formerly known as the eastern native cat) is a medium-sized carnivorous marsupial (dasyurid), and one of six extant species of quolls. Endemic to Australia, they occur on the island state of Tasmania, but were considered extinct on …

The eastern quoll (Dasyurus viverrinus ), found only in Australia, and formerly known as the eastern native cat, is a medium-sized carnivorous dasyurid marsupial. They are widespread and even locally common in Tasmania.

The Tiger quoll (Dasyurus maculatus) is a carnivorous marsupial native to Australia. It is the world's second-largest extant carnivorous marsupial, behind the Tasmanian devil.

Aug 22, 2024 · Learn what makes these furry night explorers special, the crucial role they play in Australia’s ecosystem and the dangers that threaten their survival. Plus, discover how, together, we can turn the tide so quolls can thrive again. WWF-Australia is committed to creating an environment where vulnerable wildlife are protected.

Quolls or Native Cats (genus Dasyurus) are one of 4 species of marsupials all from the same Genus. Although they are sometimes referred to as Native Cats, they are not related to true cats. They get their name from their cat-like appearance and predatory behaviour. Quolls can be found in the forests around Australia.