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Bettongia penicillata, brush-tailed bettong
Plate 61 of Bettongia penicillata, brush-tailed bettong from John Goulds The Mammals of Australia, Vol. II 1863
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Plate 61 of Bettongia penicillata, Brush-tailed Bettong, from John Gould's The Mammals of Australia, Vol. II (1863), offers a captivating glimpse into the natural history of this unique and intriguing marsupial native to Australia. The plate, created by the renowned natural history illustrators John and Elizabeth Gould, showcases the Brush-tailed Bettong (Bettongia penicillata) in exquisite detail. The Brush-tailed Bettong, also known as the Rat Kangaroo or the Short-tailed Bettong, is a small marsupial belonging to the family Potoroidae, order Diprotodontia, and class Marsupialia. Native to eastern and southeastern Australia, this marsupial is characterized by its bushy tail, short hind limbs, and long, powerful forelimbs, which it uses for digging burrows. The illustration depicts the Brush-tailed Bettong in its natural habitat, surrounded by vegetation and rocks. Its fur is shown to be thick and soft, with a reddish-brown coloration. The animal's ears are large and rounded, and its eyes are alert and expressive. The plate also highlights the creature's sharp claws, which are essential for digging and climbing. The Brush-tailed Bettong is an important part of the Australian ecosystem, playing a role in seed dispersal and burrowing, which helps aerate the soil and improve water retention. Unfortunately, this marsupial has experienced population declines due to habitat loss, predation, and disease. John Gould's The Mammals of Australia, Vol. II, was a groundbreaking work in the field of natural history, showcasing the diverse and fascinating wildlife of Australia in stunning detail. The Plate 61 of Bettongia penicillata, Brush-tailed Bettong, remains a testament to the beauty and importance of this unique marsupial and the natural world it inhabits.
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