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Long-nosed Bandicoot (Perameles nasuta) adult, with parasitic ticks on ears, feeding on tree sap in forest at night
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Long-nosed Bandicoot (Perameles nasuta) adult, with parasitic ticks on ears, feeding on tree sap in forest at night
Long-nosed Bandicoot (Perameles nasuta) adult, with parasitic ticks on ears, feeding on tree sap in forest at night, Atherton Tableland, Great Dividing Range, Queensland, Australia, October
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© FLPA/Gianpiero Ferrari
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Tickling its Taste Buds - Long-nosed Bandicoot's Late-Night Tree Sap Snack!
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. In this snapshot captured by FLPA/Gianpiero Ferrari, we witness the extraordinary dining habits of a nocturnal creature - the Long-nosed Bandicoot. As an adult marsupial endemic to the Atherton Tableland in Queensland, Australia, this cheeky critter knows how to satisfy its cravings under the moonlit forest canopy. With its long snout and adorable ears adorned with parasitic ticks (a fashion statement only nature could create), our bandicoot friend fearlessly indulges in a feast fit for royalty - tree sap! This resourceful omnivore has discovered that these sticky treats ooze from the trunks of trees during those magical nighttime hours. Perched on a sturdy branch amidst the lush greenery of the Great Dividing Range, our furry explorer takes full advantage of this delectable find. While most mammals would shy away from parasites hitching a ride on their ears, our audacious bandicoot seems unfazed as it savors every drop of sap. This photo perfectly encapsulates both the beauty and quirkiness found within Australia's tropical uplands. From its unique wildlife to mesmerizing landscapes like those found in Atherton Tableland, there is never a dull moment down under! So next time you stumble upon some tree sap while wandering through an enchanting forest at night, remember our adventurous Long-nosed Bandicoot -
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