Bettong Collection
Discover the enchanting world of Bettongs, native Australian marsupials
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Discover the enchanting world of Bettongs, native Australian marsupials, as depicted in this captivating artwork (C016 / 6115) of the Brush-tailed Bettong (Bettongia penicillata). Known for their bushy tails and small size, these agile creatures are also called Brush-tailed Rat Kangaroos or Woylies. In this image, a Northern Bettong (Bettongia penicillata penicillata) is seen collecting nesting material in North Queensland, Australia. A vital part of their habitat preservation, these creatures play a significant role in the ecosystem by dispersing seeds and maintaining a healthy balance in the vegetation. The Burrowing Bettong, or Boodie (Bettongia penicillata lesueurii), is another fascinating subspecies, native to Barrow Island, Western Australia. These nocturnal marsupials are expert burrowers, using their powerful hind legs to dig complex underground tunnels. Rufous Bettongs (Aepyprymnus rufescens), also known as Rufous Rat-kangaroos, are another unique subspecies with distinctive reddish fur. They inhabit the southwestern parts of Western Australia and are known for their social behavior and cooperative breeding. Join us as we explore the diverse and fascinating world of these remarkable marsupials, the Bettongs.