Antechinus sp. (genus)

Unidentified Antechinus at Moruya, NSW

Antechinus sp. (genus) at Moruya, NSW - 6 Jun 2023
Antechinus sp. (genus) at Moruya, NSW - 6 Jun 2023
Antechinus sp. (genus) at Moruya, NSW - 6 Jun 2023
Antechinus sp. (genus) at Moruya, NSW - 6 Jun 2023
Antechinus sp. (genus) at Moruya, NSW - 6 Jun 2023
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Identification history

Antechinus sp. (genus) 17 Jan 2024 Liam.m
Antechinus sp. (genus) 22 Jun 2023 BelindaWilson
Unidentified 21 Jun 2023 LisaH

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This is a big ask, and I understand that it will probably not be identifiable. Just wondered if there were any guesses on what this could be? Have just read about dunnarts - could it be a dunnart at all? The camera is situated about 2-3m from the water trough.

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BelindaWilson wrote:
   22 Jun 2023
Hi @LisaH, thanks for the observation! Have you heard of antechinuses? They are larger than dunnarts, but in the same 'dasyurid' family (along with quolls and Tasmanian devils). Based on the pointed ears, roundness, climbing behaviour, and shortish tail - this animal gives the impression of an antechinus.
LisaH wrote:
   22 Jun 2023
Thank you. I’m aware of antechinuses, and I’m pretty sure they are around here, but I’ve not seen one. I’ll look them up too now! Thanks again

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